Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) Practice Exam

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What is the opposite meaning of the prefix "hyper"?

  1. Greater than

  2. Less than

  3. Equally

  4. Above

The correct answer is: Less than

The prefix "hyper-" originates from Greek and means "over," "excessive," or "above normal." Therefore, its opposite would imply a state of being less than or beneath the normal level. In this context, "less than" accurately reflects the antonym of "hyper." When considering the other options, "greater than" aligns with the meaning of "hyper," while "equally" does not correspond to the concept of excess or deficiency. "Above" is similarly related to the prefix's meaning and does not serve as an opposite. Thus, "less than" is the term that truly captures the contrasting meaning to "hyper."

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