pronunciation of the word ‘ask’

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    Mary D
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    Why do many black people, even those who are well-educated, pronounce the word ‘ask’ as ‘ax’? I’ve also noticed that with some, the pronunciation will depend on to whom they are speaking, ie: ‘ax’ to other black people and ‘ask’ to other races.

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