Lorenzo has heard that organic chemistry is a really difficult class, and that most people have a hard time passing it. He knows that the teacher probably expects him to fail it and plans to make it as hard as possible for him, as he took the same instructor for general chemistry and barely passed. Lorenzo must be careful so that this situation does not become a ____________.

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The situation described involves the concept of a self-fulfilling prophecy, where Lorenzo believes he will fail the class due to external factors and this expectation can lead to actions or behaviors that ultimately result in the expected outcome.

Lorenzo Has Heard That Organic Chemistry Is a Really Difficult