Definition: In this task, you're given a statement and three sentences as choices. Your job is to determine which sentence can be inferred from the statement. Incorrect choices change the meaning in important ways or have details that are not mentioned in the statement. Indicate your answer as 1,2, or 3 corresponding to the choice number of the selected sentence.
Input: Statement: Today, a small fleet of sponge fishermen still sets sail every summer, although the crop remains in decline. Choices:  1. A large fleet of sponge fishermen set sail every year. 2. Sponge production is declining. 3. With the declining crop, fewer fishermen set sail every year.

2