A patient stops smoking because she wants to set a good example for her children. Which construct of the Theory of Planned Behavior does this reflect?
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Correct answer: Subjective norms
Subjective norms refer to perceived social pressure to perform or avoid a behavior. Wanting to influence her children reflects social norms.
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