What term describes something that follows order, or a certain sequence?

• A. Sequential
• B. Root
• C. Base Word
• D. Prefix

Answer: (A)

This describes something that follows order, one thing after another. When something is sequential, it happens in a specific order or in a step-by-step progression. A recipe, for instance, works best when the steps are performed sequentially, in the order listed, to ensure the result is correct. The other terms relate to word structure rather than order: a root or base word is the essential part of a word’s meaning, and a prefix is an attachment placed at the front. Because they don’t convey order, they don’t fit as well.