Aiden, a 10-year-old boy, fails to qualify for a dance competition. He believes that if he had practiced more, he would have definitely qualified for the competition. He vows to try harder the next time. In the context of influences on school achievement, which of the following is exhibited by Aiden in this scenario?
A) low self-actualization
B) high self-denial
C) high self-efficacy
D) low self-control

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Aiden's belief that more practice would have led to success and his resolve to try harder next time demonstrate high self-efficacy, which is the belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task.

Aiden, a 10-Year-Old Boy, Fails to Qualify for a Dance