An aspect of _____ that involves having the confidence in one's ability to adapt one's thinking to a particular situation is important in being cognitively flexible.
A)self-esteem
B)self-efficacy
C)self-concept
D)self-image

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Self-efficacy refers to an individual's belief in their ability to accomplish a specific task or goal. In the case of cognitive flexibility, having high levels of self-efficacy would mean that an individual has confidence in their ability to adapt their thinking to different situations. Self-esteem (A), self-concept (C), and self-image (D) are all related to an individual's sense of self-worth and self-perception but are not as closely tied to cognitive flexibility.

An Aspect of _____ That Involves Having the Confidence in One's