Question

the word compensate contains the root pens. what does the root pens mean? carry small law weigh out or distribute submit

Explanation:

The root "pens" in the word "compensate" is related to the concept of weighing or distributing. In Latin, "pensare" means "to weigh" or "to consider carefully". When we compensate someone, we are essentially weighing out or distributing something (such as money or goods) to make up for a loss or injury.

Answer:

weigh out or distribute