In one secret code, letters are swapped for other letters. What is this kind of code called?
AReversal code
BTransposition code
CPosition code
DSubstitution code
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Substitution code
A substitution code replaces letters with other letters, but keeps them in the same order.
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