A central question in the attribution process concerns how perceivers determine whether the behavior of another person stems from internal causes or external causes.

Attribution Process

The attribution process involves the way individuals interpret and assign causes to behaviors and events, essentially explaining why things happen.

Internal Causes

Reasons or factors within an organization or individual that lead to a specific effect or outcome, contrasting with external influences.

External Causes

Factors or circumstances outside of one's control that influence events or outcomes.