Question

If the Greek root metron means “measure,” what does symmetry mean?


A.
measured individually, or separate


B.
measured incorrectly, mismatched


C.
measured together, or balanced


D.
measured hastily, or hurried

Answer 1

The Greek root "metron" means "measure," and "symmetry" comes from the Greek word "symmetria," which means "together measured" or "proportion." Therefore, the correct answer is:

C. measured together, or balanced