Whenever we ask the question "why" about another person's behavior, we begin to engage in an:

A) Attribution process, seeking explanations for their actions based on internal or external factors.
B) Empathetic inquiry, attempting to understand their motivations and emotions.
C) Cognitive appraisal, evaluating the significance and consequences of their behavior.
D) Interpersonal analysis, assessing the impact of their actions on our relationship with them.