A belief that leads to its own fulfillment is called a

A) self-fulfilling prophecy.
B) social trap.
C) mirror-image perception.
D) superordinate goal.

A belief that leads to its own fulfillment is known as a self-fulfilling prophecy. This is a phenomenon where a prediction or expectation can influence behavior and actions, which then leads to the predicted outcome becoming true. This happens because people tend to act in ways that reinforce their preconceived beliefs, attitudes, or expectations, thus making them come true.