The collection of enduring characteristics that define each person is called __________

A child notices that, after he is tucked into bed at night and the light is turned off, he can't see much of anything. But if he keeps his eyes open, over time he can see his toys scattered around the room

He doesn't know it, but this dark adaptation comes about because of the a. improved sensitivity of his rods over time. b. improved sensitivity of his cones over time. c. improved sensitivity of amacrine cells over time. d. presence of horizontal cells in his eyes.

Marcus is considering trying out for the third-base position on his college's baseball team

After watching the team's regular third baseman at practice, he changes his mind, telling himself that there's no point in trying because "the other guy is too good." In the language of social cognitive theory, Marcus's decision reflects his a. ability to learn vicariously. b. ability to modify his behavior and thinking through observational learning. c. locus of control. d. self-efficacy. e. self-reference.