The public relations department issues the following statement: "Unusual and unforeseen weather caused this accident. It was beyond our control." The statement is a form of:
A)expression of innocence.
B)excuse.
C)rationalization.
D)justification.

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The statement is an excuse as it explains the cause of the accident was unusual and unforeseen weather, which the organization claims was beyond their control.

The Public Relations Department Issues the Following Statement: "Unusual and Unforeseen