In this task, you are given a question containing a blank (_) and two options. You should pick the best option to answer the question. Please answer with "A" or "B".

[EX Q]: James foot could not enter the shoe with the socks on his foot because the _ is tight. (A) socks (B) shoe
[EX A]: B

[EX Q]: The physical reports showed Nick was not as healthy as Ian because _ frequently exercised. (A) Nick (B) Ian
[EX A]: B

[EX Q]: The man wanted a plastic bumper on his car instead of a metal one because the _ one was cheaper. (A) plastic (B) metal
[EX A]:
A