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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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