The term "self-fulfilling prophecy" refers to the tendency to

a. live up to our highest expectations of ourselves.
b. be motivated to fulfill our hopes and dreams.
c. inadvertently elicit the very behaviors we expect from others.
d. strive for self-actualization.

Answer: C

Psychology

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A) explains a single event. B) explains a wide range of observations. C) is no better an explanation than another person's opinion. D) refers to an educated guess.

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Following orders is referred to as _______ by social psychologists

a. compliance b. conformity c. influence d. obedience

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