Before giving a final exam,Professor Simpson announces to the class,"I'm sure you'll do well,because you're the smartest group I've ever had." The class average increases from a C after the midterm to an A- after the final.This may be an example of a(n)

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This is a classic example of a self-fulfilling prophecy. The professor's statement likely boosted the confidence and motivation of the students, leading them to perform better on the final exam and therefore increasing their class average.

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