Question

Six friends have organized themselves by age. Molly is older than Jenna, but younger than Brett. Brett is younger than Cynthia, but older than Jenna. Jenna is older than Tina and Marcus. Marcus is younger than Cynthia and Tina. Who is the oldest and who is the youngest? Explain your answer.

Answer 1

Answer: Youngest = Marcus

Oldest = Cynthia

Explanation:

Molly is older than Jenna, but younger than Brett:

Jenna < Molly < Brett

Brett is younger than Cynthia, but older than Jenna:

Jenna < Molly < Brett < Cynthia

Jenna is older than Tina and Marcus:

Tina & Marcus < Jenna < Molly < Brett < Cynthia

Marcus is younger than Cynthia and Tina:

Marcus < Tina < Jenna < Molly < Brett < Cynthia