Roots Deci/deca & Centi-/cent

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What does the root 'cent' mean?

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The root 'cent' means one hundred.

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What does the root 'deci' mean?

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The root 'deci' means one-tenth.

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What does the root 'deca' mean?

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The root 'deca' means ten.

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What is a centennial celebration?

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A centennial celebration recognizes a 100th anniversary.

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What is a decathlon?

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A decathlon is an athletic event made up of ten different track and field events.

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What is a decimeter?

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A decimeter is a unit of length equal to one-tenth of a meter.

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What is a centimeter?

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A centimeter is a unit of length equal to one-hundredth of a meter.

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What does 'ennial' refer to in the word 'centennial'?

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The root 'ennial' refers to years.

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What is a centipede?

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A centipede is a creature with one hundred feet.

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What is the meaning of 'century'?

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A century is a period of one hundred years.