$9.$ Which statement BEST describes the attribution process?

A$)$ The process by which we seek to understand the causes of the behavior of others and ourselves.

B$)$ The process by which we focus attention inward for reflection.

C$)$ The process by which we combine information about others into unified impressions of them.

D$)$ The process by which we attempt to shift blame away from ourselves.

E$)$ The process by which we seek to understand our own feelings, traits, and motives.