Which of the Following Is the Best Illustration of a Self-Fulfilling

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best illustration of a self-fulfilling prophecy?

• A) Justin wanted some candy, and bought some at the store the next day.
• B) Emily always wanted to be a physician when she grew up and is now finishing medical school.
• C) Ryan heard that Grace is opinionated; upon meeting her, he strikes up a conversation about politics and finds that she is willing to express her opinion.
• D) Olivia has heard that Dylan is a good singer.When she sees him at a coffee shop, she asks him to sing yet finds his singing atrocious.

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