Which syllable is the primary accented syllable in the pronunciation of the medical word aphakia (ah-fay-kee-ah)?

A) ah
B) fay
C) kee
D) ah


B
Explanation: A) This is not the primary accented syllable.
B) Correct!
C) This is not the primary accented syllable.
D) This is not the primary accented syllable.

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