Question

based on the word root, which word means a statement or idea of an opposing or contrary position?
autocrat
credo
contradiction
geodesic

Explanation:

• Analyze each option:
• "autocrat" refers to a ruler with absolute power, not related to opposing positions.
• "credo" means a statement of beliefs, not opposing.
• "contradiction" has the root "contra-" meaning "against" or "opposite", so it means a statement of an opposing position.
• "geodesic" relates to shortest paths in geometry, not opposing ideas.

Answer:

C. contradiction