Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: TUTOR
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:Find which option can be constructed from REPUTATION using each letter no more than available.
Given Data / Assumptions:REPUTATION letters: R(1), E(1), P(1), U(1), T(2), A(1), I(1), O(1), N(1).
Concept / Approach:Check each candidate against the pool.
Step-by-Step Solution:
TUTOR → needs T(2), U(1), O(1), R(1). All available → formable ✔. PONDER → needs D (absent) → not formable. REQUIRE → needs Q (absent) and E(2) (only E=1) → not formable. RETIRE → needs E(2) (only E=1) → not formable. PRIOR → needs R(2) (only R=1) → not formable.Verification / Alternative check:Tally confirms letter counts satisfied only for TUTOR.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:They require absent letters (D, Q) or exceed multiplicity (extra E or R).
Common Pitfalls:Ignoring the double-T requirement; REPUTATION conveniently supplies two T's.
Final Answer:TUTOR
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