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".

The man decided to pay for the groceries with a credit card, instead of a check because the _ is much slower to use. (A) credit card (B) check
B

Lindsey asked Natalie if she had asked her parents to pick them up from the movies because _ she had forgotten. (A) Lindsey (B) Natalie
A

Kevin's broker recommended that he sell all his commodities and invest in bonds instead because the _ would be less profitable. (A) commodities (B) bonds

A