Question

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the word obstinate is derived from the latin prefix ob - and a word root meaning \stand.\ based on this information and your knowledge of the prefix ob -, choose the most likely meaning of the word obstinate in the following sentence.
becky was obstinate and refused to help her brother take out the trash.
○ rude; in a way that \stands inside\
○ stubborn; in a way that \stands against\
○ independent, in a way that \stands apart\
○ willing; in a way that \stands with\

Explanation:

The prefix "ob - " often means "against". The root means "stand". So "obstinate" means standing against (refusing to change). In the sentence, Becky refused to help, which shows stubbornness.

Answer:

stubborn; in a way that "stands against"