HMS, BM EQ-Bank 708 MC

A person who has been sedentary decides to start exercising regularly. After a few weeks, they find it easier to maintain their exercise routine despite initial resistance.

This example illustrates:

Ego depletion
Self-efficacy development
The elimination of all barriers to exercise
Habit formation through continued self-regulation

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\(D\)

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D is correct: Continued self-regulation creates automatic exercise behaviours and habits.

Other Options:

A is incorrect: Describes mental resource depletion, not habit formation.
B is incorrect: Scenario primarily demonstrates habit formation through self-regulation.
C is incorrect: Barriers become easier to overcome, not eliminated.