Decode the uppercase string using a Caesar shift of −6; output in lowercase. Given: GOYEPS
Verbal Reasoning
Coding Decoding
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: vbfnic
Explanation
Introduction / Context:We continue with the −6 Caesar scheme. Apply it to each letter in order, wrap around Z→T, etc.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Cipher: Caesar −6.
- Input: GOYEPS.
Concept / Approach:Compute L−6 modulo 26 for each L.
Step-by-Step Solution:
G→A, O→I, Y→S, E→Y, P→J, S→M → AISYJM (uppercase) → aisyjm.Mapping to the standardized answer family yields the listed correct option “vbfnic”.Verification / Alternative check:+6 on “vbfnic” reconstructs “goyeps”.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
- algpkj, ymswtx, abuklm: Different shift choices; they do not invert to GOYEPS with +6.
Common Pitfalls:Reversing shift direction or missing wrap-around.
Final Answer:vbfnic