Wilson took this psychology course once before and failed. However, he refuses to give up, and believes that he can earn a "C" or better this time even though he still has to work part-time. It is likely that Wilson _____.

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Wilson's belief in his ability to succeed despite past failure and current obstacles suggests that he has high self-efficacy. Self-efficacy is the belief in one's ability to succeed in a specific situation or task. It is a key factor in determining motivation and success. The other answer choices, delusions of grandeur, locus of control, and reciprocal determinism, do not accurately describe Wilson's situation.

Wilson Took This Psychology Course Once Before and Failed