Jim Is Concerned About His Future, So He Visits a Psychic

Multiple Choice

Jim is concerned about his future, so he visits a psychic who tells him: "You are a person who can succeed in life. You have many talents that could be developed-ones that could bring you great prosperity. Sometimes you're afraid of taking risks, but you can spot a good opportunity when you see one." Jim leaves the psychic's office convinced that he has what it takes to be a success in life. The psychic's message:

A) is an example of decision-framing on the part of the psychic.
B) is an example of a "Barnum statement."
C) has made Jim fall prey to the effects of illusory correlation.
D) probably indicates nothing true about Jim.