What Is the Purpose of a Prefix

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Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of a prefix?

• A)to modify or create a new word
• B)to be the foundation of the word
• C)to alter the meaning of the root
• D)both A and C

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Definitions:

Masturbation

The sexual stimulation of one's own genitals for sexual arousal or other sexual pleasure, usually to the point of orgasm.

Cognitive-Behavioral

Relating to a type of psychotherapy that addresses maladaptive behaviors and thoughts through behavior modification and cognitive restructuring.

Vaginismus

An involuntary contraction of the vaginal muscles making penetration during sexual intercourse painful or impossible.

Gender Reassignment

Gender reassignment involves medical and psychological interventions to change a person's physical sex characteristics and align them with their identified gender.