An example of ________ is a person who is expected to do poorly by his or her teacher, and then actually does poorly.
A) divergent thinking
B) a lack of interpersonal intelligence
C) high crystallized intelligence
D) an accurate .
E) a self-fulfilling prophec.

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This scenario illustrates a self-fulfilling prophecy. The teacher's expectation that the student will perform poorly may actually contribute to the student's poor performance through a variety of mechanisms such as reduced opportunities for feedback, decreased motivation, or a shift in the teacher's attitude towards the student.

An Example of ________ Is a Person Who Is Expected