4 people (Amira, Chloe, Isla, Zara) are ranked from oldest to youngest. Zara is older than Isla. Amira is immediately older than Zara. Zara is immediately older than Chloe. Chloe is immediately older than Isla. Who is the third oldest?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Chloe
- Step 1: Combine the clues into one ordering until only one arrangement fits. Step 2. The only consistent order, from oldest to youngest, is Amira, Zara, Chloe, Isla, so the third oldest is Chloe. Answer: Chloe. Why not the others: Amira is actually first; Zara is actually second; Isla is actually fourth.
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