When our expectations lead us to act in ways that induce others to confirm their expectations,_____ is at work.
A)an illusory correlation
B)the confirmation bias
C)behavioral confirmation
D)the illusion of control

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Behavioral confirmation occurs when our expectations lead us to act in ways that induce others to confirm their expectations. This is also known as the self-fulfilling prophecy, where our beliefs about a person or situation can influence our behavior and ultimately shape our experiences. The other choices (A, B, D) do not accurately describe this phenomenon.

When Our Expectations Lead Us to Act in Ways That