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]: Fran took the alleyway to her home instead of the sidewalk, because using the _ made it a longer distance. (A) alleyway (B) sidewalk
[EX A]: B

[EX Q]: Justin braced themself as Benjamin put the needle through the ear for the piercing, then _ gave thanks and left. (A) Justin (B) Benjamin
[EX A]: A

[EX Q]: Jenna used her profits to pay tax on her franchise, even though she thought the _ were too low. (A) tax (B) profit
[EX A]:
B