What does the prefix hyper- mean?

What does the prefix hyper- mean?

• A. Beyond or above normal
• B. Below normal
• C. Between
• D. Within

Answer: (A)

The main idea tested is understanding what the prefix hyper- conveys. Hyper- signals something that goes beyond, above, or is excessive relative to the usual level. It attaches to a word to describe a condition that is more than normal, such as hyperactive (more active than normal), hypertension (blood pressure higher than normal), or hyperthermia (body temperature higher than normal). The other options describe different relationships: below normal, between, or within. So hyper- means beyond or above normal.

The main idea tested is understanding what the prefix hyper- conveys. Hyper- signals something that goes beyond, above, or is excessive relative to the usual level. It attaches to a word to describe a condition that is more than normal, such as hyperactive (more active than normal), hypertension (blood pressure higher than normal), or hyperthermia (body temperature higher than normal). The other options describe different relationships: below normal, between, or within. So hyper- means beyond or above normal.