The idea that what we believe will occur in the future is likely to come true because we believe it will come true is called_____.
A) social comparison
B) self-expectation
C) self-consciousness
D) self-fulfilling prophecy

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The idea described in the question is known as a self-fulfilling prophecy. This occurs when a person's belief or expectation about a future event influences their behavior in a way that makes the event more likely to occur. As a result, their belief is fulfilled or "comes true" because of their actions, not necessarily because their belief was accurate. Choices A, B, and C are not accurate descriptions of this phenomenon.

The Idea That What We Believe Will Occur in the Future