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: Even though Joseph was tired of the exercises, Neil motivated him when _ was exhausted. (A) Joseph (B) Neil

A: A
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Q: Derrick took a small loan from William, so _ made sure to pay them back on time. (A) Derrick (B) William

A: A
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Q: The rollers ruined her hair but the curlers managed to fix it, as the _ were defective. (A) rollers (B) curlers

A:
A
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