Question

the root bene means good. what does the word beneficent mean?
performing acts of kindness
causing hostilities and conflict
following a strict code of conduct

Explanation:

The root "bene" means "good". "Beneficent" should relate to doing good. "Performing acts of kindness" involves doing good deeds. "Causing hostilities and conflict" is negative (opposite of good), and "following a strict code of conduct" is about rules, not directly about doing good. So the correct option is the first one.

Answer:

A. performing acts of kindness