Here is a goal: How to cook brussels sprouts

Which way makes more sense to accomplish this goal?

Choose your answer from:
(a). Trim the ends, rinse in cold water, cut sprouts in half, toss with sugar and place them in a preheated oven on a baking sheet.
(b). Trim the ends, rinse in cold water, cut sprouts in half, toss with oil and place them in a preheated oven on a baking sheet.
(b).