Ruth-Ann just graduated from high school and is going to try out for the soccer team at the college she will attend in the fall. She knows it will be more competitive than her high school team, but she believes in her ability to succeed and plans to practice all summer. Bandura would say that Ruth might have an edge over some competitors simply because she has __________.

A. high self-efficacy
B. self-actualization
C. set aside the time to practice
D. an external locus of control


Answer: A

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