When Bandura stated that,"If people see others like themselves succeed by sustained effort,they come to believe that they,too,have the capacity to succeed.Conversely,observing the failure of others instills doubts about one's own ability to master similar activities," what source of efficacy was he talking about?

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Bandura was specifically referring to the source of efficacy known as vicarious experiences and modeling in his statement. This source involves observing the success or failure of others who are similar to oneself, and using that information to develop beliefs about one's own ability to succeed in similar activities.

When Bandura Stated That,"If People See Others Like Themselves Succeed