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".

Luke preferred to have the firearm and not a knife for protection because the _ was safer. (A) firearm (B) knife
A

The radicals in the progressive party had less power than the conservatives , as _ were the majority . (A) radicals (B) conservatives
B

Monica was interviewing for a good new position at a technology company and Carrie was giving the interview. _ wanted to hire. (A) Monica (B) Carrie

B