When Our Expectations Bring About the Expected Behavior in Another

question 19

True/False

When our expectations bring about the expected behavior in another person, our expectations have become a self-fulfilling prophecy.

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Definitions:

Infinitely Repeated Games

A concept in game theory where a game is played an unlimited number of times, allowing for strategies that can enforce cooperation in situations where one-time game theory would predict non-cooperation.

Credible Threat

A declaration or signal that one will take some negative action if conditions are not met, and it is believable and capable of being executed.

Oligopolistic Situation

A market condition where a few companies have the majority of market share and control over pricing.

Barriers to Entry

Factors that make it difficult for new firms to enter a market, often leading to reduced competition.