In this task, you're given a statement and three sentences as choices. Your job is to determine which sentence can be inferred from the statement. Incorrect choices change the meaning in important ways or have details that are not mentioned in the statement. Indicate your answer as 1,2, or 3 corresponding to the choice number of the selected sentence.

[EX Q]: Statement: Insofar as the best Japanese corporations are not the global hegemons we once thought they would be, it may be because everyone else has learned from them, which is of course exactly how competitive markets are supposed to work. Choices: 1. Japanese corporations were global leaders in the 20th century. 2. Some Japanese corporations are active participants in competitive markets. 3. Competitive global markets always have the same leaders.
[EX A]: 2

[EX Q]: Statement: However, a 60 day period was afforded for comments to be submitted on the interim rules, which period was reopened on August 7, 1995 and extended to August 18, 1995. Choices: 1. There was an additional 11 day period for comments on the rules. 2. There was no additional comment period after the initial 60 day one. 3. The interim rules were temporary rules for fence building.
[EX A]: 1

[EX Q]: Statement: In dealing with the real issue, the American press is hobbled by its strengths as well as its weaknesses. Choices: 1. The American press has both strengths and weaknesses. 2. The American press is incapable of handling the real issue. 3. There are no weaknesses in the American press.
[EX A]:
1