Three kids race to build the tallest ruler tower. Zoe finished before Mia. Ida finished before Zoe. Who finished last?
Mia.
The finishing order is Ida, Zoe, Mia.
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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