When individuals observe another person's behavior, they attempt to determine whether it is internally or externally caused. This phenomenon is most directly relevant to which of the following?
A) the Pygmalion effect
B) projection theory
C) attribution theory
D) selective perception theory
E) expectancy theory

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The phenomenon described in the question is central to attribution theory, which involves the process of determining the cause of someone's behavior. The theory suggests that people will attribute behavior to either internal factors (such as personality or ability) or external factors (such as situational factors or luck) based on their observations.

When Individuals Observe Another Person's Behavior, They Attempt to Determine