Which of the following illustrates the first step in the self-fulfilling prophecy?
A)An employee behaves in a way consistent with the supervisor's expectations.
B)A supervisor treats the employee in a manner consistent with the supervisor's expectations.
C)A supervisor forms certain expectations of the employee.
D)A supervisor attributes employee's good performance to external causes.
E)An employee demonstrates his or her true abilities to the supervisor.

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The prophecy begins when the supervisor forms expectations about the employee's future behavior and performance.These expectations are sometimes inaccurate, because first impressions are usually formed from limited information.The supervisor's expectations influence his or her treatment of employees.

Which of the Following Illustrates the First Step in the Self-Fulfilling