Situation 1:
a) I'm terribly sorry (no need to say all of your papers are wet now because it is obvious)
b) I’m sorry.
c) I’m so sorry! Let me help you clean up.
Whatever you say, most likely you will not get the job because of your clumsiness.
Situation 2:
a) I’m sorry. I hope it didn't break.
b) Oops! I’m sorry.
c) Oh, I’m sorry. I’m glad it didn’t break.
Situation 3:
Just so you know, it is not customary for co-workers to lend their personal computers.
a) I have a confession. Last weekend I accidentally erased some information on your computer. I am really sorry. Do you happen to have a backup copy?
b) I’ve got bad news. I accidentally erased some stuff on your hard drive. I’m truly sorry. Do you have a back-up copy?
c) I’m terribly sorry. I accidentally deleted some information on your computer.

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