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

Which group of sounds do /w/ and /j/ belong to as a sub-group of approximants?
Options
A Liquids.
B Lateral.
C Glides.
Correct Answer
D Trills.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

/w/ and /j/ constitute a sub-group of approximants known as glides.

Hint

The articulators 'glide' from one position to another.

Question Info

Course: GST 111
Topic: Organs of Speech and English Phonology SN-2
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 910 of 1604
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