Word formation from letters of COMPENSATION Which ONE of the following words can be formed using the letters of “COMPENSATION”, using each letter at most once?

Introduction / Context:Given a source word, we must determine which option can be constructed without exceeding letter counts.

Given Data / Assumptions:

• Source: COMPENSATION ⇒ letters include C,O×2,M,P,E,N×2,S,A,T,I.
• Use each source letter at most once.

Concept / Approach:Cross-check each option against the available letters and counts.

Step-by-Step Solution:“MENTION” needs M,E,N,T,I,O,N ⇒ all present; counts respected.“COPY” needs Y (absent).“MOTIVE” needs V (absent).“TINY” needs Y (absent).

Verification / Alternative check:Re-tally “MENTION”: M×1,E×1,N×2,T×1,I×1,O×1 — all available.

Why Other Options Are Wrong:They require letters (Y or V) not present in the source.

Common Pitfalls:Missing the second N in “MENTION”; COMPENSATION does have N×2.

Final Answer:MENTION