Letter Codes Explanation

Letter codes — from letters to digits

Every letter stands for exactly one digit. You are given one word with its code; the second word uses the same letters in a different order, and you work out its code.

Step 1. Read the mapping position by position: the first letter belongs to the first digit, the second to the second, and so on.

Step 2. Write the mapping down briefly (say D=4, I=1, E=3, R=2) — it prevents the classic mix-up.

Step 3. Convert the second word letter by letter and compare with the options. Watch for options showing the same digits in a slightly different order: that is the intended trap.