MTEL Communication Literacy Skills : Reading Practice Test

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What meaning does the prefix "equi-" have?

War, warlike
Pervious
Love, like
Equal

The correct answer is: Equal

The prefix "equi-" originates from Latin, where it means "equal" or "even." It is commonly used in words to denote equality or a balanced state. For instance, "equilateral" refers to a triangle with all sides of equal length, and "equilibrium" describes a state of balance. This prefix is significant in conveying the idea of sameness or equivalency in various contexts. The other options do not accurately capture the meaning of "equi-." The prefix associated with warlike connotations is generally different (such as "bell-" from the Latin "bellum"), while terms related to pervious or movement through substances do not connect to "equi-." The prefixes related to emotions or affinities, like "amo-" for love, also diverge from the concept of equality that "equi-" signifies.