A second grade teacher is told that the new student in his class has ADHD.When interacting with the student, the teacher pays attention to the student's fidgeting and daydreaming.He downplays when the student sits quietly with others and maintains focus on a task.This teacher demonstrates ____________.
A)Stereotype threat
B)Confirmation bias
C)Self-fulfilling prophecy
D)Learned helplessness

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The teacher is selectively focusing on behaviors that align with his expectation (that the student with ADHD will be fidgety and distracted) while ignoring behaviors that do not align with his expectation (that the student can sit still and concentrate). This is an example of confirmation bias.

A Second Grade Teacher Is Told That the New Student