Question

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a unit that is defined by a combination of base units is called a □ unit.
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Explanation:

In the context of measurement units (a topic in Natural Science, specifically Physics or related subfields), a derived unit is defined as a unit that is formed by combining base units. For example, the unit of area (square meter, \(m^2\)) is a derived unit as it combines the base unit of length (meter, \(m\)) in a specific way (multiplying length by length). So the term that fits the blank is "derived".

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derived