What happens to the matra when ऋ (ri / vocalic r) attaches to a consonant?
Hint:
Look for the examples of ऋ attaching to consonants in the given text.
The matra is written above the consonant.
The matra is written below the consonant.
The matra is not used when ऋ attaches to a consonant.
The matra is written to the side of the consonant.
Explanation
When ऋ (ri / vocalic r) attaches to a consonant, it uses the matra ृ — a curved hook written below the consonant.