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An affix that is attached at the beginning of a root word is called:

APrefix

BSuffix

CInfix

DBound morpheme

Answer:

A. Prefix

Read Explanation:

  • A prefix is an affix that is added at the beginning of a root or base word.

  • It modifies the meaning of the word.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Examples:

  • un- in unhappy

  • dis- in dislike

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