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GST 111 Organs of Speech and English Phonology SN-2 Objective Question

Question

When the glottis is relatively closed and the vocal folds vibrate due to air pressure, what kind of sound is produced?
Options
A Voiceless.
B Fricative.
C Voiced.
Correct Answer
D Plosive.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

When the vocal folds are close and vibrate, they produce a voiced sound.

Hint

You can feel the vibration in your throat for these sounds.

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