MTEL Communication Literacy Skills : Reading Practice Test

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Which of the following prefixes means "all" or "entire"?

Pan-
Hyper-
Mal-
In-

The correct answer is: Pan-

The prefix "pan-" derives from Greek, meaning "all" or "entire." It is commonly used in various English words to indicate inclusivity or totality. For instance, "panorama" refers to a complete view of a landscape, and "pandemic" describes a disease that affects the entire population or large geographical areas. This prefix is widely recognized in both scientific and general language contexts. The other prefixes do not convey the same meaning. "Hyper-" typically denotes excess or overabundance, as seen in words like "hyperactive." "Mal-" signifies something negative or bad, often found in words like "malfunction." "In-" generally implies negation or exclusion, as in "ineffective." Understanding these distinctions helps clarify the meaning of words that use each prefix.