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GST 111 Organs of Speech and English Phonology SN-2 Objective Question
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Which sounds, like /m/, /n/, and /ŋ/, are produced with a complete closure but air escapes through the nose?
Options
A Plosives.
B Fricatives.
C Affricates.
D Nasals.
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Nasals begin with a complete closure in the mouth, but the soft palate is lowered so air escapes through the nose.

Hint

The sound resonates in the nasal cavity.

Question Info

Course: GST 111
Topic: Organs of Speech and English Phonology SN-2
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 908 of 1604
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