Self-Efficacy and Personnel Selection Quiz

Self-efficacy is best defined as:

• Belief in others' abilities to succeed.

• Confidence in one's own ability to accomplish tasks.

• An evaluation of self-worth.

• Knowledge about personal interests.

Which theory is self-efficacy based on?

• Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

• Social Learning Theory

• Expectancy Theory

• Theory X and Theory Y

Which of the following is NOT a source of self-efficacy?

• Mastery Experiences

• Social Modeling

• External Rewards

• Social Persuasion

Mastery experiences influence self-efficacy by:

• Teaching individuals through failures.

• Providing successful experiences to boost confidence.

• Demonstrating the success of others.

• Creating external motivators.

Social persuasion can improve self-efficacy when:

• Encouragement comes from an authoritative figure.

• Feedback is negative.

• Individuals rely solely on their own opinions.

• External rewards are present.

Which source of self-efficacy involves learning by observing others?

• Mastery Experiences

• Physiological States

• Social Modeling

• Goal Setting

High self-efficacy in the workplace can lead to:

• Reduced commitment

• Enhanced performance and satisfaction

• Increased competition among employees

• Dependence on external motivation

The term 'physiological states' in self-efficacy refers to:

• Physical health and stamina

• Mental states that influence confidence, like stress

• The influence of external appearance

• Financial well-being

Which dimension of self-efficacy refers to the conviction strength?

• Magnitude

• Strength

• Generality

• Intensity

Self-regulated learning includes which of the following phases?

• Assessment, Evaluation, Improvement

• Forethought, Performance, Reflection

• Initiation, Execution, Completion

• Analysis, Synthesis, Application