In this task, find the most appropriate number to replace the blank (indicated with _ ) and express it in words.

[EX Q]: Hair grows in _ cycles.
[EX A]: three

[EX Q]: Braids range from three to _ or more strands.
[EX A]: seven

[EX Q]: Lobsters are slow growing and it takes _ to six years for a female to reach maturity.
[EX A]:
five