31.   Although Internet stocks such as Aedes increased, investors opted to take profits in selected telecoms and financial stocks.

32.   But she finished third Wednesday in time trials in Colorado, and U.S. Ski Team officials opted to take only the top two skiers to the races.

33.   He opted to take the bus from Wisconsin to his home in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

34.   Instead, he opted to take three goalies, with Carlos Germano and Dida as backups for Taffarel.

35.   Looking to keep dope smokers off the streets, this town opted to take control of the marijuana trade by going into the business.

36.   Many did leave, opting to take finals in September.

37.   Shareholders can opt to take the dividend in stock, the company said.

38.   There are also courses for students who opt to take the ABRSM curriculum.

39.   They have continued construction work despite payment delays and opted to take a stake in the company in lieu of some payments.

40.   We opted to take the short walk to the border crossing rather than drive our rental car.