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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