Question

pseudo is a word root that means \false.\ which is the best definition of the word pseudonym in the given sentence? many famous writers use pseudonyms to protect their true identities. symbolic names family names fictional names scientific names

Explanation:

The word root "pseudo -" means false. A pseudonym is a false name used instead of one's real name, especially by writers. So it is a fictional name.

Answer:

C. fictional names