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