Question

the root pens means weigh out or distribute. what does the word compensatory mean? unique to a region given in order to make up for a loss forming a circle

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "compensatory", we analyze the root "pens" (meaning weigh out/distribute) and the prefix "com - " (indicating together/intensive). "Compensatory" relates to compensating, so the option "given in order to make up for a loss" fits as it involves making up (compensating) for a loss. The other options ("unique to a region", "forming a circle") don't relate to the root's meaning of distributing/weighing out in the context of compensation.

Answer:

given in order to make up for a loss