Correct Answer: VKIDR

Solution : Given:

MOUSE is written as PRUQC.

In this code –

• The first two letters are shifted 3 positions forward.
• The letter U remains in its original position.
• The last two letters are shifted 2 positions backward.

Applying this pattern to SHIFT –

• S becomes V (Shifted 3 positions forward).
• H becomes K (Shifted 3 positions forward).
• I remains I (No change).
• F becomes D (Shifted 2 positions backward).
• T becomes R (Shifted 2 positions backward).

So, according to this pattern, SHIFT would be coded as VKIDR.

Hence, first option is correct.