Here's why:
* The vowel sound in "tablet" is the long "a" sound. It sounds similar to the "a" in "fate" or "cake."
* Short vowel sounds are typically found in words where the vowel is followed by a single consonant. For example, the short "a" sound in "cat" or the short "i" sound in "pig."
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