A widely known example of the self-fulfilling prophecy is the
A) attribution.
B) pygmalion effect.
C) the halo effect.
D) self-serving bias.

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The Pygmalion effect refers to the phenomenon where higher expectations of an individual or group can lead to an increase in performance, as they strive to meet those expectations. This creates a self-fulfilling prophecy where the initial belief or expectation becomes true because of the individual's actions.

A Widely Known Example of the Self-Fulfilling Prophecy Is the