________ is the degree to which people believe they are masters of their own fate.
A)Self-esteem
B)Self-monitoring
C)Locus of control
D)Machiavellianism
E)Risk taking

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Locus of control refers to the extent to which an individual believes they have control over their own life and the outcomes they experience. This can be divided into two categories: internal locus of control (belief that their own actions and decisions determine their life outcomes) and external locus of control (belief that outside forces such as fate, luck or powerful others determine their life outcomes).

________ Is the Degree to Which People Believe They Are