Brenda has been told that her students have been selected for her class because they are the most intelligent in their grade. She finds that they consistently perform above average work. This may be an example of a self-fulfilling prophecy.

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Brenda's belief that her students are the most intelligent may lead her to have higher expectations for them, which in turn can influence their performance and ultimately fulfill the initial belief. This is an example of a self-fulfilling prophecy.

Brenda Has Been Told That Her Students Have Been Selected