Which of the following is the best illustration of a self-fulfilling prophecy?
a. Justin wanted some candy, and bought some at the store the next day.
b. Emily always wanted to be a physician when she grew up and is now finishing medical school.
c. Ryan heard that Grace is opinionated; upon meeting her, he strikes up a conversation about politics and finds that she is willing to express her opinion.
d. Olivia has heard that Dylan is a good singer. When she sees him at a coffee shop, she asks him to sing yet finds his singing atrocious.
Answer: C
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