Problem: The diners asked to eat the cookies made by Tanya and avoided Maria because

My choice: Tanya used the right amount of baking soda.

Problem: Cynthia was walking much slower than Betty throughout the day because

My choice: Cynthia had strained a muscle.

Problem: I could see that Laura was worse at packing than Rebecca, due to

My choice: Rebecca having always traveled.

Problem: Monica needs to buy a new pair of jeans and Patricia tagged along because

My choice:
Patricia can help a friend with choosing a good pair.