The self-fulfilling prophecy is comprised of which of the following social mechanisms? Which of the following social mechanisms constitutes a self-fulfilling prophecy?

A) People acting to confirm beliefs that others have about them
B) People reducing behaviors that others expect, but confirming the ones they themselves expect
C) People interacting to elicit a reinforced behavior
D) People expecting others to behave the way they want them to

Self-fulfilling Prophecy

A belief or expectation that an individual holds about a future event that manifests because the individual holds it.

Reinforced Behavior

Reinforced behavior refers to actions that are strengthened and more likely to be repeated due to positive or negative reinforcements, such as rewards or avoidance of adverse outcomes.

Social Mechanisms

Processes and structures within society that contribute to particular social outcomes, influencing how societal norms and interactions occur.