Difficulty: Medium
Correct Answer: TwXz
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:Alternating-case sequences still map to the same alphabetical index. Here, most items step +2, then +1, then +2. The outlier changes the first step magnitude, which exposes it immediately when the arithmetic is checked.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:Ignore case, compute three successive differences, and match against the template (+2, +1, +2). The one with a different first step is odd.
Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Translate letters to indices (A=1…Z=26).2) Compute differences for each hop.3) “TwXz” starts with +3 instead of +2 → outlier.Verification / Alternative check:Visual spacing on an alphabet line shows a wider first gap only for the outlier.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:They maintain the same +2, +1, +2 cadence.
Common Pitfalls:Do not be distracted by wrap-around concerns; none of the conforming items require wrapping.
Final Answer:TwXz
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