What Is the Difference Between Self-Efficacy and Self-Esteem

question 20

Multiple Choice

What is the difference between self-efficacy and self-esteem?

• A) Self-efficacy entails judgments of self-worth; self-esteem entails judgments of ability.
• B) Self-esteem entails judgments of self-worth; self-efficacy entails judgments of ability.
• C) Self-esteem is a flexible concept; self-efficacy is a stable concept.
• D) Self-efficacy is a flexible concept; self-esteem is a stable concept.

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Definitions:

Pleasant Emotion

Feelings that are enjoyable or pleasing, such as happiness, joy, or contentment.

Hedonic Treadmill

A theory proposing that people stay at about the same level of happiness regardless of what happens to them.

Pessimistic Outlook

A tendency to expect the worst possible outcome or dwell on the most negative aspects of a situation.

Unhappy Person

An individual experiencing sadness or a lack of contentment with life or current situations.