Question

using word roots to determine meaning
chron = \time\
chrom = \color\
meta = \change, beyond\
meter = \measure\
mono = \one\
based on the list of word roots, what is the meaning of the word chronometer?
o a device for measuring time
o something that changes color
o a tool for measuring color
o a single time period

Explanation:

The word root chron means "time" and meter means "measure". Combining these roots, chronometer would mean a device that measures time. The other options are incorrect because:

• "Something that changes color" would relate to chrom (color) and meta (change), not chron.
• "A tool for measuring color" would focus on chrom (color) and meter (measure), not chron.
• "A single time period" would relate to mono (one) and chron, but the root meter (measure) is present in chronometer, indicating a measuring device, not just a period.

Answer:

a device for measuring time