Fill in the blank (_) in the following sentence from the following choices.
Sentence: The metal splinter was easier to remove than the last time I got a wood one. The _ must have an easier time coming out.

Choice 1: The metal splinter was easier to remove than the last time I got a wood one. The metal must have an easier time coming out.
Choice 2: The metal splinter was easier to remove than the last time I got a wood one. The wood must have an easier time coming out.
Which of the choices is correct? Respond with only "1" or "2" and no additional text.
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