John was outside his home doing work in the bitter cold without a coat. His wife saw him from the house and brought him a coat. As soon as he put the coat on, the uncomfortable cold was eliminated. Given this scenario, the next time John needs to go outside in similar weather he is likely to
A. not wear a coat.
B. put a coat on.
C. wait for his wife to give him a coat.
D. stay inside until the weather warms up.
Answer: B
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