Fricatives Are Formed By

question 6

Multiple Choice

Fricatives are formed by:

• A)Constricting the airstream so that air rushes through with a hissing sound (e.g., "f", "v", "s")
• B)A combination of a brief stopping of the airstream followed by a constriction (e.g., "w", "x")
• C)Allowing air to flow around the tongue as it touches the alveolar ridge (e.g., "l", "r")
• D)Allowing air to flow out through the nose to produce nasal sounds (e.g., "m", "n")
• E)Interrupting airflow completely for a short time (e.g., "p", "b", "t", "d")

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