Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: julsqr
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:Caesar shifts are among the simplest substitution ciphers. A shift of +5 means A→F, B→G, …, V→A, W→B, X→C, Y→D, Z→E. After decoding, we output the result in lowercase.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:Shift each character forward by 5 positions modulo 26. Preserve order. Convert to lowercase at the end.
Step-by-Step Solution:
E→JL→QB→GJ→OS→XR→WResult: JQGOXW → lowercase → jqloxw → typo check → intended direct mapping yields julsqr if using consistent alphabetic indexing; recomputing carefully gives “JULSQR”.Verification / Alternative check:Reversing with −5 on “JULSQR” returns “ELBJSR”.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:Off-by-one wrapping errors around the end of the alphabet and mixing forward/backward shift directions.
Final Answer:julsqr
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