In social cognitive theorists' conceptualization of reciprocal causation, which one of the following is a person factor?
A)Alma got an A in science last year.
B)Bree expects to do well in science this year.
C)Curt's friend Doug will be in his science class this year.
D)Doug has already read the first two chapters of his science textbook.

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In the social cognitive theorists' conceptualization of reciprocal causation, person factors refer to individual characteristics such as beliefs, expectations, and personality traits. Bree's expectation of doing well in science is a person factor, whereas options A, C, and D refer to external factors such as past performance, social context, and behavior of others.

In Social Cognitive Theorists' Conceptualization of Reciprocal Causation, Which One