Problem: Ian got a lower grade than Joel on the English assignment because 

My choice: Ian put less thought into their essay.


Problem: Randy asked Donald to water the plant in the garden this afternoon because 

My choice: Donald owes him.


Problem: Frank needed clean leggings to wear after tripping in mud and getting his straight pants dirty, so he decided on capris. He took off the 

My choice: straight pants because they were dirty.


Problem: Carrie usually borrowed tools from Jennifer because 

My choice:
Carrie lacked very durable equipment for the tasks.