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]: 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
[EX A]: B

[EX Q]: Mary gave a framed picture as a gift to Amy because _ was invited to her birthday party. (A) Mary (B) Amy
[EX A]: A

[EX Q]: John could not buy the item from the store but he was able to buy it in a mall. The _ is closed. (A) store (B) mall
[EX A]:
A