Jared’s teachers at Clay Elementary School labeled him as a poor student, and his grades were, indeed, poor. When Jared’s family moved and he started attending North Fork Elementary, the teachers did not label him as a poor student, and his grades were, indeed, average or above average. This example is most consistent with

A. the concept of self-fulfilling prophecy.
B. teachers disliking Jared at his previous school.
C. the extent to which his family was supportive.
D. chance—children’s grades often vary considerably.


Answer: A

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