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What is the combined meaning of the prefix and root in the word abduct? (5 points)

A. Lead across
B. Lead away
C. Send across
D. Send away

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B. Lead away that’s the answer if you need an explanation ask:) I don’t want to waisted my time explaining if you understood ok Ty byeeeeeeeee ;D
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Answer:

B: Lead away

Step-by-step explanation:

The prefix in abduct is “ab”, which means away. The root, duct, comes from the Latin word “ducere”, which means lead. So, the combined meaning of abduct would be to lead away.

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