In a certain code language, the word "REASON" is encoded as TDDQSK. Using the same rule, how is the word PRAYER coded?
Explanation
1. Pattern Analysis (REASON → TDDQSK):
We compare the positions of the letters in the alphabet:
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R(18)+2→T(20)
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E(5)−1→D(4)
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A(1)+3→D(4)
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S(19)−2→Q(17)
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O(15)+4→S(19)
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N(14)−3→K(11)
The Pattern is: +2,−1,+3,−2,+4,−3
2. Applying the Pattern to PRAYER:
Applying the same numerical shifts:
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P(16)+2→R(18)
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R(18)−1→Q(17)
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A(1)+3→D(4)
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Y(25)−2→W(23)
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E(5)+4→I(9)
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R(18)−3→O(15)
Resulting Code:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
1. Pattern Analysis (REASON → TDDQSK):
We compare the positions of the letters in the alphabet:
-
R(18)+2→T(20)
-
E(5)−1→D(4)
-
A(1)+3→D(4)
-
S(19)−2→Q(17)
-
O(15)+4→S(19)
-
N(14)−3→K(11)
The Pattern is: +2,−1,+3,−2,+4,−3
2. Applying the Pattern to PRAYER:
Applying the same numerical shifts:
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P(16)+2→R(18)
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R(18)−1→Q(17)
-
A(1)+3→D(4)
-
Y(25)−2→W(23)
-
E(5)+4→I(9)
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R(18)−3→O(15)
Resulting Code:
Correct Answer: Option B