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GST 111 Organs of Speech and English Phonology SN-2 Objective Question
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How are consonants produced?
Options
A With no obstruction to the airflow.
B When at least two articulators come in contact, obstructing the flow of air.
Correct Answer
C With vibration of the vocal folds only.
D By a free flow of air through the vocal tract.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Consonants are produced when at least two articulators come in contact with each other, thereby obstructing the flow of air.

Hint

They are characterized by some kind of constriction or closure.

Question Info

Course: GST 111
Topic: Organs of Speech and English Phonology SN-2
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 894 of 1604
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