According to Bandura, self-efficacy is
A) a capability-specific belief in one's competency to perform a task.
B) a dangerous trait to develop in people.
C) an efficiency-based method to enhance budget overruns.
D) an academic aberration only seen in experiments.
E) not a key factor in the achievement of success.

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According to Bandura, self-efficacy is a person's belief in their ability to perform a particular task or achieve specific goals. It is based on past experiences, skills, and knowledge. Therefore, the correct answer is A, a capability-specific belief in one's competency to perform a task.

According to Bandura, Self-Efficacy Is