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]: Michael smelled much better than Christopher did although _ had just taken a long shower. (A) Michael (B) Christopher
[EX A]: B

[EX Q]: It was more natural for Christopher to go hunting than Joseph because _ had grown up in the country. (A) Christopher (B) Joseph
[EX A]: A

[EX Q]: Aaron went to go on a vacation to Hawaii without Joel because _ won the only ticket. (A) Aaron (B) Joel
[EX A]:
A