Question

the root dict means say or declare. what does the word edict mean?
an order issued by a person with authority
a draft submitted to an editor or publisher
an amount of money charged for a regular service

Explanation:

The root "dict" means "say or declare". An edict is an official order or proclamation issued by someone with authority (like a ruler, government official). The first option matches this as it's an order from a person with authority. The second option refers to a draft for an editor/publisher (unrelated to "dict" meaning), and the third is about a service charge (also unrelated).

Answer:

an order issued by a person with authority