Juan is sure he is going to strike out when he is up to bat in baseball, so he doesn't swing at any pitches. As a result, he strikes out!What is this called?

A. Self-efficacy 
B. Metacognition
C. Self-fulfilling prophecy 
D. Psychophyisiological


Answer: C

Psychology

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