In the context of barriers to social perception, which of the following best defines self-fulfilling prophecy?
A)It is the overestimation of the number of people who share our own beliefs, values, and behaviors.
B)It is our tendency to prefer information that supports our viewpoints.
C)It is the formation of lasting opinions about an individual based on initial perceptions.
D)It is a belief that allows our expectations about people to affect our interaction with them in such a way that those expectations are fulfilled.

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A self-fulfilling prophecy occurs when an individual's expectations about another person result in the individual acting in ways that cause the expected behavior to come true. This process can significantly affect social interactions and perceptions.

In the Context of Barriers to Social Perception, Which of the Following