How Much a Person Feels He or She Is in Command

question 18

Multiple Choice

How much a person feels he or she is in command of enacting a given behavior is known as:

• A) self-efficacy.
• B) perceived behavioral control.
• C) locus of control.
• D) control beliefs.

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Definitions:

Executive Function

Higher-level cognitive processes, such as aspects of cognition associated with supervising and controlling lower-level cognitive processes.

Frontal Lobes

The area of the human brain located right behind the forehead, responsible for complex cognitive functions, including behavior, personality, and decision making.

Secondary Sexual Characteristic

Physical traits that emerge during puberty, distinct from the reproductive organs, that signify sexual maturity, such as breast development or facial hair.

Menarche

The onset of menstruation in females, marking a significant milestone in puberty.