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]: It was easy for Samantha but not Rachel to pass the class because _ took all the necessary steps to study and complete assignments. (A) Samantha (B) Rachel
[EX A]: A

[EX Q]: Jake bought a tube of glue out of the bargain bin instead of off the shelf, because the glue from the _ was cheap. (A) bin (B) shelf
[EX A]: A

[EX Q]: Jeffrey improved their game more than Steven did because _ had spent time practicing less. (A) Jeffrey (B) Steven
[EX A]:
B