Question

\(J,D,H,K\) and \(T\) are friends. \(J\) is shorter than \(D\), but taller than \(T\). \(H\) is the tallest. \(K\) is a little shorter than \(D\) and a little taller than \(J\). Who is the shortest?

• A. \(J\)
• B. \(K\)
• C. \(H\)
• D. \(T\)

Hint:

For comparison questions, arrange all given persons in increasing or decreasing order.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Concept:
This is a height comparison question. We arrange all persons from tallest to shortest according to the given information.

Step 1: Use the first condition. \[ J\text{ is shorter than }D \] So, \[ D>J \] Also, \[ J\text{ is taller than }T \] So, \[ J>T \] Therefore, \[ D>J>T \]

Step 2: Use the second condition. \[ H\text{ is the tallest} \] So \(H\) is above everyone. \[ H>\text{all others} \]

Step 3: Use the third condition. \[ K\text{ is a little shorter than }D \] So, \[ D>K \] Also, \[ K\text{ is a little taller than }J \] So, \[ K>J \] Thus, \[ D>K>J \]

Step 4: Combine all information. We get the order: \[ H>D>K>J>T \]

Step 5: Identify the shortest. The shortest person is at the end of the order: \[ T \]

Step 6: Final answer. \[ \boxed{T} \]