Tyler's brother got into trouble a lot in grade two.Three years later,when Tyler is placed with the same teacher for grade two,she assumes that his behaviour will mirror his older brother's.His teacher labels Tyler as a behavioural problem.Which concept does this illustrate?
A)a self-fulfilling prophecy
B)a learning disability
C)a defeating perception
D)a fallacy of reasoning

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This scenario illustrates a self-fulfilling prophecy, where the teacher's preconceived belief about Tyler's behaviour based on his brother's past behaviour affects her expectations and treatment of Tyler, resulting in his behaviour conforming to her expectations.

Tyler's Brother Got into Trouble a Lot in Grade Two