Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: VTRM
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
Here the relation uses the Atbash (mirror) cipher: each letter maps to its symmetric counterpart in the alphabet (A↔Z, B↔Y, C↔X, etc.).
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
For any letter L with numeric value n, its mirror is 27−n. Do this for each letter independently to transform the word.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Verification / Alternative check:
Applying the mirror mapping again to VTRM returns EGIN, showing the mapping is its own inverse.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:
Attempting constant forward/backward shifts; forgetting that Atbash maps A→Z, not A→W.
Final Answer:
VTRM
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