Which of the following is the most powerful factor influencing self-efficacy expectations?

A) observational learning
B) direct experience
C) persuasion
D) internal cues

Self-efficacy Expectations

An individual's belief in their ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task, which can influence their actions and motivation.

Observational Learning

A learning process through watching others, then imitating or modeling the observed behaviors.

Direct Experience

Knowledge or skill acquired through immediate sensory perception, rather than through abstract thought or theory.