Alex's parents tell her that she is one of the brightest kids at her school. They are pleased to see that Alex is taking school seriously, working hard, and doing her homework every night. If Alex is doing well in school because of her parents' prediction, this example illustrates a(n)

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This scenario illustrates a self-fulfilling prophecy, where Alex's success is influenced by her parents' positive expectations, leading her to work hard and achieve good results.

Alex's Parents Tell Her That She Is One of the Brightest