Question

In the word “examination”, which syllable receives the primary accent?

• A. First
• B. Second
• C. Fourth
• D. Fifth

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Fourth

According to the document, the word examination is transcribed as /ɪɡˌzæmɪˈneɪʃən/, where the fourth syllable /neɪ/ receives the primary accent (ˈ).