Marcus is considering trying out for the third-base position on his college's baseball team
After watching the team's regular third baseman at practice, he changes his mind, telling
himself that there's no point in trying because "the other guy is too good." In the language
of social cognitive theory, Marcus's decision reflects his
a. ability to learn vicariously.
b. ability to modify his behavior and thinking through observational learning.
c. locus of control.
d. self-efficacy.
e. self-reference.
d. self-efficacy.
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