Which Syllable Is the Primary Accented Syllable in the Pronunciation

question 162

Multiple Choice

Which syllable is the primary accented syllable in the pronunciation of the medical word thoracentesis (thor-ah-sen-tee-sis) ?

• A)thor
• B)ah
• C)sen
• D)tee

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