Darlene Has Generally Gotten Above Average Grades in University but Her

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Darlene has generally gotten above average grades in university but her grades take a nosedive when she takes a class with Professor Jameson.After studying for days and then failing the midterm exam,she gets discouraged and decides against studying for the final exam,deciding that it not make any difference in her test score.Consequently,she fails the final exam.Which sociological concept best explains Darlene's situation?

• A) the Thomas theorem
• B) a self-fulfilling prophecy
• C) the hidden curriculum
• D) gender discrimination

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