Which Syllable Is the Primary Accented Syllable in the Pronunciation

question 497

Multiple Choice

Which syllable is the primary accented syllable in the pronunciation of the medical word auscultation (aws-kul-tay-shun) ?

• A)aws
• B)kul
• C)tay
• D)shun

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Definitions:

Interest Tax Shield

Deducting interest expenses on debt from taxable income leads to a reduction in income tax liability.

Capital Structure

The mix of a company's long-term debt, specific short-term debt, common equity, and preferred equity which constitute its funding.

Corporate Tax Rate

The percentage of a corporation's profits that is handed over to the government as tax.