Which of the following is the first step in self-fulfilling prophecy?
A)Supervisor attributes employee's good performance to external causes.
B)Supervisor treats the employee in a manner consistent with the supervisor's expectations.
C)Employee demonstrates his or her true abilities to the supervisor.
D)Supervisor forms an incorrect impression of the employee.
E)Employee behaves in a way consistent with the supervisor's expectations.

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The first step in self-fulfilling prophecy is the formation of an incorrect impression or expectation about a person or situation. This incorrect impression or expectation then leads to behaviors that ultimately fulfill the original expectation. Therefore, the correct answer is D, where the supervisor forms an incorrect impression of the employee.

Which of the Following Is the First Step in Self-Fulfilling