Calculate the first two steps of the steepest ascent algorithm from the given starting point.

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The steepest ascent algorithm involves changing the value of one digit at a time to try and reach the maximum value. In this case, the digit being changed is the second to last character of the string, which is currently "a". 
In option B, the second to last character has been changed from "a" to "3", so the resulting string is closer to the maximum value than the starting point. In options A, C, and D, the second to last character has been changed to a later letter in the alphabet, which moves further from the maximum value. 
Therefore, option B is the best choice.

Calculate the First Two Steps of the Steepest Ascent Algorithm