Correct option is A
Let’s convert each alphabet to its numerical position: H = 8, E = 5, A = 1, R = 18. Sum = 8 + 5 + 1 + 18 = 32. Therefore, HEAR = 32. Explanation of options: (a) ✔ Correct sum of letters = 32 (b) ✘ Incorrect addition of letter values (c) ✘ 7 doesn't correspond to any correct logic (d) ✘ 30 is 2 less than correct sum, hence incorrect