If you believe you're going to score an "A" on a test, you may start studying more, which in turn may lead to that high grade. This would exemplify the _____________________
A) pygmalion effect.
B) pollyanna effect.
C) implicit personality theory.
D) self-fulfilling prophecy.

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The situation described in the question is an example of a self-fulfilling prophecy, where a belief about oneself leads to behavior that makes that belief come true. In this case, the belief that one will achieve an "A" on a test leads to increased studying and ultimately achieving that high grade. The other answer choices are not relevant to the scenario presented.

If You Believe You're Going to Score an "A" on a Test