Jerry should explain to Elaine that he does not like to participate in gossip.
Option: A
Explanation:
To maintain a positive and cordial relationship with colleagues its necessary to be very careful in behavior and nature. Spreading news of one colleague to other and so on, talking or try to be intimate only in personal interest, unnecessary gossiping with anyone or in a group must not be done.
After occurance of any unwanted situation due to some unintentional faults be very honest and clarify the things as far your level and try to maintain transparency. So that the person in other side can trust you and you also be able to maintain a positive and healthy environment in your professional field.