If 'BLOCK' is coded as 'LBPKC', determine the code for 'STARE'.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The coding pattern is as follows:
• The first two letters are swapped: B L → L B
• The middle letter increases by +1: O + 1 = P
• The last two letters are swapped: C K → K C
Thus, BLOCK → LBPKC.
Applying the same logic to STARE:
• First two letters: S T → T S
• Middle letter: A + 1 = B
• Last two letters: R E → E R
Therefore, STARE is coded as TSBER.