The voiced sound /z/ denoting the plural morpheme in the word 'dogs' is an instance of ________________assimilation?
Correct answer: A. Progressive
- A. Progressive
- B. Regressive
- C. reciprocal
- D. none of the abovE
Explanation
In “dogs,” the plural ending is pronounced /z/ because the preceding /g/ is voiced, so the suffix assimilates to it. Since the earlier sound influences the following sound, this is progressive assimilation.
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