Maggie wants to lose weight and believes that she will be successful in this endeavor.She has decided to join a gym and will exercise there five days a week.Maggie also plans to join a hiking club that meets on weekends.According to Bandura, which of the following is an expectancy that has played a key role in influencing Maggie's choice of activities?

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Self-efficacy is the belief of an individual in their ability to succeed in a particular situation or task. In this case, Maggie's belief in her ability to lose weight through regular exercise is likely to have influenced her decision to join a gym and a hiking club.

Maggie Wants to Lose Weight and Believes That She Will