One of the first experiments on the self-fulfilling prophecy effect in work settings was conducted in a job training program for disadvantaged employees.Trainees labeled "high aptitude" (though randomly selected)were rated _______ by their supervisors and peers,and had _______ dropout rates than the trainees who were not.

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The self-fulfilling prophecy effect suggests that when we label someone in a certain way, we may end up treating them according to that label, which may affect their performance in a way that confirms the label. In this experiment, trainees labeled "high aptitude" were rated higher by their supervisors and peers, which may have led to them receiving more support, better feedback, and more opportunities for growth. As a result, they had lower dropout rates than the trainees who were not labeled as "high aptitude." Therefore, the best choice is B.

One of the First Experiments on the Self-Fulfilling Prophecy Effect