In this task, you are given a question containing a blank (_) and two options. You should pick the best option to answer the question. Please answer with "A" or "B".

Maria cancelled plans to go to the park with Natalie because of a migraine, and _ was understanding about it. (A) Maria (B) Natalie
B

Sarah talked in school much less than Rebecca did although _ was much more shy. (A) Sarah (B) Rebecca
B

Michael had to learn how to speak Chinese for his job unlike Matthew, because _ worked in China. (A) Michael (B) Matthew

Show your work and conclude with the exact phrasing "Therefore, the final answer is [answer]." where [answer] is just the final number or expression that solves the problem.
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A

