Which of the following metric prefixes represents the largest value?

• A. centi
• B. kilo
• C. milli
• D. micro

Answer: (B)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Understand that metric prefixes represent powers of ten and are used to denote multiples or fractions of a base unit.
2. Recall the values of the given prefixes: centi (10^{-2}), milli (10^{-3}), micro (10^{-6}), and kilo (10^{3}).
3. Compare the powers of ten associated with each prefix to determine which represents the largest value.
4. Identify that the prefix with the highest positive exponent corresponds to the largest value.
5. Conclude that since kilo corresponds to 10^{3}, it represents the largest value among the options.