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GST 111 Organs of Speech and English Phonology SN-2 Objective Question
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What is the third parameter for describing consonants, related to the activity of the vocal folds?
Options
A Place of articulation.
B Manner of articulation.
C State of the glottis.
Correct Answer
D Tongue height.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The third and last parameter for consonant description is the state of the glottis, which determines if a sound is voiced or voiceless.

Hint

This refers to whether the vocal folds are vibrating or not.

Question Info

Course: GST 111
Topic: Organs of Speech and English Phonology SN-2
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 913 of 1604
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