Symbol cipher decoding: Given A→@, B→#, C→$, D→%, E→^, M→&, N→*, O→α, S→β, R→γ, U→δ, decode “# α @ γ %”.

Introduction / Context:
This is a straightforward symbol-to-letter substitution. A partial alphabet is mapped to distinct symbols; the task is to translate a short symbol sequence into an English word using that map only.

Given Data / Assumptions:

• Mappings: A→@, B→#, C→$, D→%, E→^, M→&, N→*, O→α, S→β, R→γ, U→δ.
• Sequence: # α @ γ %.

Concept / Approach:
Translate symbol-by-symbol using the provided map, ensuring that each symbol is present in the mapping and yields a letter that forms a sensible English word.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Verification / Alternative check:
Check for alternative words: the exact sequence maps uniquely to BOARD with the given table; no ambiguity remains.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:

• BOUND / BONUS / BUNCH: Require symbols not present in the given sequence or different mappings (e.g., U→δ, N→*), which do not appear.
• None of these: Invalid because “BOARD” is a perfect decode.

Common Pitfalls:
Misreading α as A or @; ensure you distinguish between the Greek alpha (α) and the at symbol (@) since both occur in the mapping.

Final Answer:
BOARD