Denise told her nine-year-old daughter Miranda that she could spend her money now and get an inexpensive toy.On the other hand,Miranda could also save her money and purchase a more expensive and more preferred toy later.Which of the following,according to Bandura,is most likely to influence her decision?

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Bandura's theory of self-regulation suggests that delay of gratification, or the ability to resist immediate rewards in order to achieve long-term goals, is a key factor in decision-making. Therefore, Miranda's decision to save her money for a more preferred toy later would be influenced by her ability to delay gratification. The other options (postponement bias, the Big Five Traits, and locus of control) are not directly related to this decision-making process.

Denise Told Her Nine-Year-Old Daughter Miranda That She Could Spend