Mae is a little anxious when it's time for her first mid-term exams in college. But she prepares thoroughly, and expects to get good grades just as she always has. Mae's expectations reflect which aspect of self-concept?
A) other-enhancement
B) self-fulfilling prophecy
C) self-enhancement
D) impression management

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Mae's expectations of getting good grades is reflective of the self-fulfilling prophecy aspect of self-concept. This is because her beliefs and expectations about her performance will likely influence her behavior and effort, ultimately leading to the outcome she expects.

Mae Is a Little Anxious When It's Time for Her