Which of these describes self-efficacy? It refers to the extent to which an individual
A)is willing to expend effort in order to attain a goal.
B)believes he or she can accomplish goals even if he or she failed to do so in the past.
C)is personally interested in reaching a goal.
D)accepts a goal as his or her own.
E)believes that a goal is worthwhile.

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Self-efficacy refers to the belief in one's ability to accomplish a task or achieve a specific goal. It is not related to willingness to expend effort (A), personal interest (C), accepting a goal as one's own (D), or the worthiness of a goal (E).

Which of These Describes Self-Efficacy? It Refers to the Extent