The candidate worried that her youthfulness might cause voters not to take her seriously. So instead of trying to hide her age, she focused on selling herself as a "fresh voice " and making listeners believe their support was crucial to change. By increasing listeners' urgency, this speaker is trying to avoid __________.

A. the boomerang effect
B. a self-fulfilling prophecy
C. moving from education to commitment
D. self-actualization


Answer: B

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