Three kids race to build the tallest firework tower. Eli finished before Omar. Noah finished before Eli. Who finished last?
Omar.
The finishing order is Noah, Eli, Omar.
About this riddle
Detective riddles are tiny mysteries. Look for the detail in the story that does not fit; it is usually the clue that solves the case.
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