Reading the original question, then the last answer, then the second-to-last answer really makes my head spin.
Optimally, the sort order should be an individual preference (first-to-last, last-to-first, highest rank). My preferences can be tied to my profile, my browser or both.
"Newest Questions" on the frontpage, but also "Newest Answers" which lists the last answered Questions. To keep track of replies on older posts.
that way you have the question followed by the answer - on the whole.
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