It is a proven fact that expectation of failure can help bring about failure. Conversely, expectation of success can help bring about success. This phenomenon is called the:
A) glass-ceiling effect.
B) Pygmalion effect.
C) Golem effect.
D) Zeigarnik effect.

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The Pygmalion effect, also known as the self-fulfilling prophecy, is the phenomenon where people's expectations of themselves or others can influence their behavior and ultimately lead to the expected outcomes. In other words, if individuals believe they or someone else will succeed, they are more likely to put in effort and perform well, whereas if they believe they or someone else will fail, they may not put in as much effort and ultimately fail.

It Is a Proven Fact That Expectation of Failure Can