A particular group of students is incorrectly labeled by the school system as "slow learners." Their teachers and parents have low expectations for them, and their academic progress is negligible. This situation would exemplify which one of Karl Marx's concepts?
A) class consciousness
B) false consciousness
C) dialectical change
D) proletariat

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False consciousness refers to a situation where a group of people holds a belief or ideology that is contrary to their own interests. In this case, the students are incorrectly labeled as "slow learners," which leads to low expectations and limited academic progress. This belief is contrary to their true potential and is an example of false consciousness.

A Particular Group of Students Is Incorrectly Labeled by the School