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GST 111 Likely Exam Questions GST 111 Objective Question

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The schwa is a ________ vowel.
Options
A low
B back
C central
Correct Answer
D high
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In English phonetics, the schwa (/ə/) is the most common unstressed vowel and is articulated in the exact center of the mouth, making it a central vowel.

Hint

This is the most common vowel sound in English, and it's made in the middle of the mouth.

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