Which multiplier does the metric prefix 'kilo-' represent?

• A. 10^6
• B. 10^2
• C. 10^{-3}
• D. 10^3

Answer: (D)

Verified step by step guidance

1. Understand that metric prefixes are used to denote specific powers of ten to simplify expressing very large or very small quantities.
2. Recall that the prefix 'kilo-' is commonly used in units like kilogram (kg) or kilometer (km), indicating a multiplication factor.
3. Identify the power of ten associated with 'kilo-'. It represents a factor of \$10^{3}$, meaning 1 kilo-unit equals 1000 units.
4. Compare the given options: \$10^{6}\( (mega), \)10^{2}\( (hecto), and \(10^{-3}\) (milli), and recognize that none except \)10^{3}$ matches 'kilo-'.
5. Conclude that the metric prefix 'kilo-' corresponds to the multiplier \$10^{3}$.