Which of the following terms refers to a situation in which a person inaccurately perceives a second person, and the resulting expectations cause the second person to behave in ways consistent with the original perception?
A) confirmation bias
B) self-fulfilling prophecy
C) attribution theory
D) contrast effect
E) bandwagon effect

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The term that describes this situation is self-fulfilling prophecy. This occurs when a person's beliefs about another person influence their actions and interactions with that person, causing the second person to behave in a way consistent with the original perception.

Which of the Following Terms Refers to a Situation in Which