Three kids race to build the tallest flower tower. Leo finished before Eli. Omar finished before Leo. Who finished last?
Eli.
The finishing order is Omar, Leo, Eli.
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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