Problem: It was more common for him to use headphones than earbuds, because the

My choice: earbuds were hard on his ears.

Problem: He preferred the costume with the boots over the one with the gloves, because he thought the

My choice: gloves looked lame.

Problem: The cook added a bunch of salt from the bottle to the pan, so the

My choice: pan was heavier.

Problem: The town gave the mayor a ribbon instead of a trophy for recognition of all of his hard work because the

My choice:
ribbon was available.