Concept:The code is found by adding the reverse positional values of the letters (A=26, B=25, ..., Z=1) and then subtracting 1.
Explanation:First, for READ: R=9, E=22, A=26, D=23. Sum = 9 + 22 + 26 + 23 = 80. Code = 80 – 1 = 79.
For DEAR: D=23, E=22, A=26, R=9. Sum = 23 + 22 + 26 + 9 = 80. Code = 80 – 1 = 79.
Now for DARE: D=23, A=26, R=9, E=22. Sum = 23 + 26 + 9 + 22 = 80. Code = 80 – 1 = 79.
Answer:79 (Option D)
