Which of the Following Is NOT an Example of Self-Fulfilling

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of self-fulfilling prophecy?

• A)Charlotte is an intelligent teenager, but told by her step-sisters and cousins that she's destined to a life of poverty and failure.Charlotte begins to do poorly in school, and eventually drops out.
• B)Though encouraged by his parents to audition for Julliard, Jose believes he isn't good enough to attend.After his audition, he expresses this reluctance to the admissions committee.They don't admit him due to his lack of certainty.
• C)Morgan overhears a professor predicting the economic recession will prevent entry-level graduates from finding gainful employment.Morgan goes on interviews but doesn't bother preparing, convinced it's a waste of time.Morgan appears unprofessional and is not hired.
• D)Kevin sprained his ankle a month before a marathon.Though his trainer advises him not to participate, Kevin runs the marathon and places third.

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Definitions:

Risk Averse

A description of an individual or entity that prefers to avoid risk or chooses lower risk options when faced with uncertainty, often prioritizing security over potential higher returns.

Utility Function

A mathematical representation describing how consumers rank different bundles of goods based on the level of satisfaction they provide.

Marginal Utility

The extra pleasure or benefit derived from the consumption or utilization of an additional unit of a product or service.

Marginal Utility

The additional satisfaction or usefulness obtained from acquiring or consuming one more unit of a good or service.