STM3533 28.10.24

Which component of the Theory of Planned Behavior focuses on an individual's perceived control over their behavior?

• Attitude

• Subjective norm

• Perceived behavioral control

• Intentions

According to the Theory of Planned Behavior, subjective norms are influenced by:

• Individual beliefs about the consequences of the behavior

• Perceived social pressure to perform or not perform the behavior

• Cultural traditions and rituals

• Personal preferences and tastes

An individual's perceived behavioral control is influenced by:

• Personal skills and abilities

• Peer pressure and social norms

• Genetic predisposition

• Environmental factors only

Which of the following statements best describes the central idea of the Theory of Planned Behavior?

• Behavior is solely determined by external factors beyond an individual's control

• Behavior is influenced by intentions, attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control

• Behavior is a result of genetic predispositions and biological factors

• Behavior is random and unpredictable

What does the Theory of Planned Behavior suggest about the role of perceived behavioral control?

• It is the sole determinant of behavior

• It has no impact on behavior

• It moderates the influence of intentions on behavior

• It is irrelevant in predicting behavior

Which of the following is NOT a component of the Theory of Planned Behavior?

• Behavioral beliefs

• Perceived behavioral control

• Cognitive dissonance

• Subjective norms

What does the 'attitude towards behaviour' refer to in the Theory of Planned Behaviour?

• The belief that one can control their behaviour

• The positive or negative evaluation of performing the behaviour

• The influence of others on one's behaviour

• The intention to perform a behaviour

Which of the following best describes 'subjective norms' in the Theory of Planned Behaviour?

• The perceived ease or difficulty of performing the behaviour

• The individual's intention to perform a behaviour

• The social pressure one feels to perform or not perform a behaviour

• The actual performance of the behaviour

What is 'perceived behavioural control' in the context of the Theory of Planned Behaviour?

• The actual control one has over a behaviour

• The belief in one's ability to perform a behaviour

• The intention to engage in a behaviour

• The influence of others on one's behaviour

Which of the following is an example of 'actual behaviour' in the Theory of Planned Behaviour?

• Planning to exercise three times a week

• Feeling confident about exercising

• Exercising three times a week

• Believing that friends think exercising is important