Geoff had done a poor job on the last two projects his boss assigned so he knew his boss didn't expect much when he gave him another project. Geoff does minimal work because he figures he will lose his job soon. What type of perceptual error does this represent?
A) perceptual defense
B) Pygmalion effect
C) self-fulfilling prophecy
D) stereotyping

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This represents a self-fulfilling prophecy, where Geoff's belief that he will lose his job becomes a reality because he acts accordingly, putting in minimal effort.

Geoff Had Done a Poor Job on the Last Two