Three people—Arthur, Beatrice, and Charles—hold three positions: Manager, Developer, and Designer. The Manager is older than the Developer. Beatrice is younger than the Designer. Arthur is the Developer. What is Beatrice's profession?
Manager
Arthur is the Developer, so Beatrice and Charles must be the Manager and Designer. The Manager is older than the Developer (Arthur), and Beatrice is younger than the Designer. If Beatrice were the Designer, she would have to be younger than herself, which is impossible. Thus, Beatrice must be the Manager, and Charles is the Designer.
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Logic riddles give you a few facts and ask what must be true. List what you know, cross out what cannot be, and see what is left.
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