Deciding for oneself on a course of action or the resolution to a problem is called?

• A. Autonomy
• B. Self-determination
• C. Independence
• D. Self-efficacy

Answer: (B)

Self-determination is the process of choosing one’s own course of action and deciding how to resolve a problem, reflecting a sense of empowerment and control over one’s life. This fits the prompt because it focuses on making decisions for oneself and taking action based on those choices, rather than on merely having the capacity to act or believing one can act.

Autonomy describes being able to act without external control, which is related but broader and not as directly tied to the act of deciding a specific course of action. Independence emphasizes living without help from others, and self-efficacy is about one’s belief in their ability to succeed at tasks, not the actual decision-making process.