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Accurate Quote by Albert Bandura

“Accurate processing of information about outcomes is no simple task under the variable conditions of everyday life . . . usually, many factors enter into determining what effects, if any, given actions will have, Actions, therefore, produce outcomes probabilistically rather than certainly…” quote by Albert Bandura
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“Accurate processing of information about outcomes is no simple task under the variable conditions of everyday life . . . usually, many factors enter into determining what effects, if any, given actions will have, Actions, therefore, produce outcomes probabilistically rather than certainly. Depending on the particular conjunction of factors, the same course of action may produce given outcomes regularly, occasionally, or only infrequently”

Albert Bandura

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Source Book: Social Learning Theory, Albert Bandura, 1977

Outcomes of actions are shaped by many changing factors, making results uncertain and probabilistic.

In simple terms: Results depend on many changing factors, so they’re uncertain.

Key Takeaway

Expect uncertainty and plan for multiple possibilities.

Themes

uncertainty probability human behavior decision making

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • risk assessment
  • policy design
  • personal planning
  • health interventions

Key Concepts

systems thinking causality probabilistic reasoning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you account for hidden variables?
  • When should you rely on statistical trends?
A Different Perspective

Predictability is limited; overconfidence can mislead decisions.

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