Problem: W: Look at mine. They were twelve dollars cheaper than yours. What was said before this conversation?

A: M: I paid 45 dollars for this pair of pants.
Problem: Given the question: M: What's up, Mary? W: I'm afraid I can't work overtime tomorrow. John and I are holding a party for the 5th anniversary of our wedding. M: That's all right. Enjoy yourselves. What was said before this conversation?
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The answer is:
W: Oh, I'm sorry, Mr. Smith.
input question: M: The fish is delicious. But I've had enough now. I'd like to have some soup. W: Here it is. Help yourself. M: Thanks. I didn't know you were so good at cooking. If my wife were here, she would be surprised as I am. W: Well, bring your wife too if you come here next time. I haven't seen her for quite some time. M: Sure, I will. My wife will be very happy to see you, too. Well, I'm full now. Thank you for your wonderful meal. W: I'm glad you enjoyed it. What was said before this conversation????
output answer: W: Let me help you to some more fish.
Man: Sure. Get in. Woman: Oh, I'm glad I caught you. My train leaves in about 20 minutes, and I don't have time to walk there. Man: No problem. Oh, I just got a text from my mom about her doctor's appointment. Woman: Wait. You're not going to text and drive, are you? Man: Yeah. I'm pretty good at it. Watch! Now, look here ... Woman: No, no. Hey, hey, to be honest, I feel uncomfortable with you trying to do both at the same time ... and it is against the law. Man: I've had a lot of practice. Woman: No really, I'll just walk. Pull over. I can catch the next train. Man: No, no, no. I'm almost finished with this text .... just a second. Woman: Watch out!! [ Scream ] Man: AHHHH! Oh, no. My car. Woman: Oh, no. OH NO!! Forget your car. The driver of the other car looks like a pro wrestler, and boy, does he look angry. Oh, no, oh no. He just punched that light pole and smashed his car window with his fist. Man: Oh, Hey, uh switch me seats? Woman: No. Forget it. I think it would be a good time for you to text or call the police. Man: Augh. What was said before this conversation?
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Answer: Woman: Hey. Are you leaving now? [ Yeah. ] Could you give me a ride to the train station?
Q: M: I've bought some used furniture from Sunday market. It was a real bargain. What was said before this conversation?
A: W: You've got your apartment furnished, haven't you?
[Q]: W: The College of William and Mary is the second oldest institution of higher learning in this country. We have nurtured great minds like Thomas Jefferson and we are proud of our name. What was said before this conversation?
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M: It's quite clear form my visit, this is a full size, comprehensive university. So why is it still called a college?