Which of the following would NOT typically serve as a reason for encoding notes?

The choice indicating that encoding notes serves to make information readily accessible is not aligned with the typical purposes of encoding. Encoding is generally applied to transform information into a format that is either more secure, complex, or difficult to interpret without the necessary key or understanding.

In contexts such as cryptography or secure communication, encoding is often employed specifically to protect sensitive information (which aligns with the second option), present challenges for the reader, or even obscure the message entirely (as noted in the last two choices). These functions serve important roles in ensuring that only authorized individuals can access or understand the information being communicated, thus enhancing confidentiality and security.

Therefore, the process of encoding is not meant to simplify access to information but rather to create barriers against unauthorized understanding or to protect the content from unauthorized disclosure.