How Do Self-Fulfilling Prophecies Work

question 102

Multiple Choice

How do self-fulfilling prophecies work?

• A) We respond not only to the objective features of a situation but also to its meaning. Once meaning has been assigned to our behavior, the consequences of that behavior are determined by the meaning.
• B) We learn to be deviant through our interactions with others who break the rules.
• C) We tend to respond to the physical and social marks that discredit our identities and leave us vulnerable to negative social judgments.
• D) Our social locations are a crucial factor in determining how others see us; therefore, social status is the most important determinant of deviance.

Distinguish between the different types of communication barriers and their impact on message transmission.

Identify the elements and outputs of an effective communication process.

Recognize the importance of matching communication methods to the complexity and emotional content of the problem being addressed.

Understand the role of personal experience and anecdotal evidence in shaping communication strategies.

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