Saying, "We could not have prevented this negative event from happening" is an example of using the impression management technique of:
A)an expression of innocence.
B)an excuse.
C)moral ambiguity.
D)a justification.

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An excuse is a type of impression management technique where an individual tries to mitigate responsibility for a negative event by suggesting it was out of their control, which aligns with the statement provided.

Saying, "We Could Not Have Prevented This Negative Event from Happening