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".

Q: Mark liked drawing so he took art classes instead of music lessons because the _ he would know what to expect. (A) art classes (B) music lessons

A: A
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Q: Laura is very talkative at parties when being compared to Rebecca, so _ is more energetic. (A) Laura (B) Rebecca

A: A
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Q: Laundry gets done much more quickly by Laura than by Betty because _ is slower at things in general. (A) Laura (B) Betty

A:
B
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