Research shows that teachers are able to influence student performance on tests by telling randomly assigned students that they are going to do well. Which of the following does this illustrate?

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This illustrates a self-fulfilling prophecy, where the expectations and beliefs of the teacher influence the behavior and performance of the student. By telling the students that they are going to do well, the teacher creates a belief in the students that they are capable of doing well, which in turn influences their behavior and leads to better performance on tests.

Research Shows That Teachers Are Able to Influence Student Performance