Fran is upset with her neighbour, Ted. Instead of talking through the problems with Ted she talks about him to other people in the neighbourhood. Ted is hurt by this and, although Fran apologizes and their relationship is cordial, Ted does not forget what Fran has done. Which communication principle does this scenario demonstrate?
A)Communication is irreversible.
B)It's impossible not to communicate.
C)Communication can be intentional or unintentional.
D)Communication is unrepeatable.

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This scenario demonstrates the communication principle that communication is irreversible. Once Fran has spoken negatively about Ted to other people, she cannot take back her words and Ted will likely always remember what she said, even if their relationship becomes cordial again.

Fran Is Upset with Her Neighbour, Ted