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/b/ in the words 'bit' and 'boat' is.............. sound.

Questions 96-120. Choose the best answer from the options given.

Aa plosive

Ba nasal

Can affricate

Da bilabial

Answer:

D. a bilabial

Read Explanation:

The /b/ sound in the words 'bit' and 'boat' is a bilabial sound.

A bilabial sound is produced by bringing both lips together. The /b/ sound is produced this way, where the lower lip touches the upper lip, and air is released after briefly stopping the airflow.


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