According to G. H. Mead, the most influential contributor to the theoretical perspective now called symbolic interactionism, the extent to which the "me" shapes behavior is primarily a function of:

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According to Mead's theory of symbolic interactionism, the "me" is shaped by the social context in which action occurs. This means that individuals' behavior is influenced by the expectations and norms of their social environment. The "me" is essentially the internalized sense of what is socially appropriate behavior, which is shaped by the interactions and communication with others. Therefore, the answer that best fits Mead's perspective is (C) the social context in which action occurs.