What is the formula used for decoding the ciphered text using affine cipher(a,b are constants and x is the numerical equivalent of a letter to be encrypted)? 1. (a^-1) (x-b)%26 2. (ax+b)%26 3. (b^-1)(x-a)%26 4. (b^-1)(x-a)

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What is the formula used for decoding the ciphered text using affine cipher(a,b are constants and x is the numerical equivalent of a letter to be encrypted)?

1. (a^-1) (x-b)%26 2. (ax+b)%26 3. (b^-1)(x-a)%26 4. (b^-1)(x-a)

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