Situation–Reaction (Accountability & Documents)\nYour friend lost their purse containing your important original documents. What is the most appropriate response that balances empathy with responsibility?

Introduction / Context:
Loss of critical documents creates legal and logistic risk. A mature response recognizes empathy and clear next steps.

Given Data / Assumptions:

• Friend unintentionally lost the purse.
• Your important documents were inside.
• Documents can usually be reissued with process and fees.

Concept / Approach:
Accountability means remedying harm. The person who caused the loss should take active steps to replace the documents and share costs.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Verification / Alternative check:
Constructive remediation restores function and the relationship.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

Common Pitfalls:
Missing police intimation, not blocking misuse, delaying replacements.

Final Answer:
Ask them to arrange duplicates or replacement of the lost documents.