A _______ Occurs When a Person's Expectation of an Outcome

question 59

Multiple Choice

A _______ occurs when a person's expectation of an outcome, and their subsequent behavior, make the outcome more likely to occur than would otherwise have been the case.

• A) self-concept
• B) reflected appraisal
• C) perceived self
• D) self-fulfilling prophecy

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Definitions:

Internal Causes

are reasons or factors within an organization that lead to a particular outcome or effect, often related to its processes, structures, or people.

Causal Attributions

The process by which individuals explain the causes of behavior and events, influencing how they perceive and interact with the world.

Perceiver

An individual who observes and interprets stimuli from the environment, forming perceptions that influence their understanding and interaction with the world.

Normal Behavior

Actions or reactions that are considered typical or expected within a particular society or cultural context.