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: He is probably the funniest and smartest comedian working today, says the New York Times ' Caryn James. Choices:  1. The New York Times complimented him. 2. The New York Times praised not only his comedy but also his political insight. 3. The New York Times called him the least intelligent comedian on the scene.

1