An individual's beliefs and expectations about his or her ability to successfully accomplish a specific task is known as:
A)self-esteem
B)external locus of control
C)self monitoring behavior
D)self-efficacy

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Self-efficacy refers to an individual's belief in their own ability to succeed in accomplishing a task or achieving a goal. It is closely related to but distinct from self-esteem, which refers more broadly to an individual's general sense of self-worth. External locus of control refers to the belief that external factors beyond one's control determine one's success or failure, while self-monitoring behavior refers to an individual's ability and tendency to regulate and adjust their behavior in response to changing social or situational cues.

An Individual's Beliefs and Expectations About His or Her Ability