Which of the Following Statements About Self-Fulfilling Prophecies Is False

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about self-fulfilling prophecies is false?

• A) The self-fulfilling prophecy operates with adults as well as with children.
• B) The effect of self-fulfilling prophecies is limited to educational settings.
• C) Research indicates that teacher expectations can significantly influence student performance.
• D) The broad impact of self-fulfilling prophecy effects in the classroom (For example, is it ever a bad thing?) remains unclear.

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