The correct option is (C): AVIL
Explanation: To decode "ZERO" using the same logic as before, let's break it down step-by-step:
Identify the Coding Pattern: From the earlier example, we noted a backward shift in the alphabet.
Decode Each Letter in "ZERO":
Combine the Results: Putting it all together:
Thus, "ZERO" is coded as "AVIL", which corresponds to option C.
So, the correct answer is indeed C: AVIL.