Researchers have found that negative expectations of success can lead to poor performance. This is known as the _______________ effect.
A) slingshot
B) cascade
C) Golem
D) halo

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The Golem effect (also known as the Pygmalion effect) describes how lower expectations from higher authority can lead to decreased performance in the subordinate. This is the opposite of the Halo effect, which is where a positive perception of someone in one area leads to the assumption of good qualities in all areas. The Slingshot and Cascade effects are not related to negative expectations of success affecting performance.

Researchers Have Found That Negative Expectations of Success Can Lead