Regarding Self-Efficacy, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 156

Multiple Choice

Regarding self-efficacy, which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)People with higher levels of self-efficacy are more likely to succeed in the tasks that they undertake.
• B)Self-efficacy can play a role in the success of dieting and smoking cessation.
• C)Successful experiences boost self-efficacy in children but not in adults.
• D)Compared to people with low self-efficacy, people with high self-efficacy are more likely to persevere when facing challenges.
• E)People with low self-efficacy are easily convinced of the futility of effort in the face of difficulties.

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