Question

what comes after kilo in the metric ladder?

select one:
a. hecto
b. milli
c. centi
d. base

Explanation:

Identify the metric ladder order

The metric prefix ladder from largest to smallest is:

1. Kilo (\(10^3\))
2. Hecto (\(10^2\))
3. Deca (\(10^1\))
4. Base unit (\(10^0\))
5. Deci (\(10^{-1}\))
6. Centi (\(10^{-2}\))
7. Milli (\(10^{-3}\))

Determine the next prefix

Following "kilo" going down the metric ladder, the next prefix is "hecto".

Answer:

• a. Hecto (Correct answer)
• b. Milli
• c. Centi
• d. Base