Which among the following pairs are Velar plosives ?
Correct answer: D. /k/ & /g/
- A. /p/ & /b/
- B. /m/ & /v/
- C. /t/ &/d/
- D. /k/ & /g/
Explanation
The velar plosives are /k/ and /g/, produced by raising the back of the tongue against the soft palate. /p/ and /b/ are bilabial, while /t/ and /d/ are alveolar.
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