Social Cognitive Theorists Tell Us That Students Are Most Likely

question 45

Multiple Choice

Social cognitive theorists tell us that students are most likely to work for goals that:

• A)their parents have set for them.
• B)their teachers have set for them.
• C)peer pressure imposes on them.
• D)they have chosen for themselves.

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Definitions:

Agency Theory

A theory that explains the relationship between principals (such as shareholders) and agents (such as CEOs), emphasizing the need to align interests through contracts.

Agents

Individuals or entities authorized to act on behalf of others in commercial transactions or legal matters.

Principals

Individuals or entities who authorize agents to act on their behalf in business transactions or other matters.

Esteem Needs

Higher-level psychological needs involving self-respect, achievement, status, and recognition by others, according to Maslow's hierarchy of needs.