A mediocre high school student feels very confident about being admitted to a top-tier university. This is an example of which of the following?
A) Self-enhancement
B) Regulatory fit
C) Self-verification
D) Affective forecasting

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This scenario reflects self-enhancement bias, which refers to people's tendency to overestimate their abilities or attributes. The student's confidence in their ability to gain admission to a top-tier university is not supported by their actual performance or academic record, but instead reflects a desire to think positively about themselves.

A Mediocre High School Student Feels Very Confident About Being