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]: Maria learned how to make pineapple upside down cake from Carrie, but _ could never quite get hers to taste the same. (A) Maria (B) Carrie
[EX A]: A

[EX Q]: The radicals in the progressive party had less power than the conservatives , as _ were the majority . (A) radicals (B) conservatives
[EX A]: B

[EX Q]: Angela loves cleaning but Gary likes laundry. Gary likes the _ scents for the clothes. (A) cleaning (B) laundry
[EX A]:
B