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Mollykgkg

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What is the purpose of a prefix?
 
  A) To combine a root and a suffix
  B) To be the foundation of the word
  C) To alter the meaning of a root
  D) To shorten a lengthy word or phrase

Question 2

The prefix is ________ of a word.
 
  A) at the beginning
  B) the root
  C) at the end
  D) the vowel attached to the root


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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) The vowel added to a root to combine it with a suffix is the combining form.
B) The root is the foundation of a word.
C) Correct.
D) An abbreviation is a shortened word or phrase.

Answer to Question 2

A
Explanation: A) Correct.
B) The prefix is attached to the root.
C) A suffix is at the end.
D) The vowel makes a combining form.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 27, 2018
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