When Peggy Is Speaking She Says "Athalete" Instead of Athlete

question 33

Multiple Choice

When Peggy is speaking she says "athalete" instead of athlete. What is occurring?

• A) Neglecting
• B) Deletion
• C) Substitution
• D) Addition

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