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The output shows reading time at 180, 220 and 280 words per minute.
Add 8 to 12 seconds per image to the read time (people scan).
Counts
40 words
Slow (180 wpm)
13 sec
First-time readers
Average (220 wpm)
11 sec
General audience
Fast (280 wpm)
9 sec
Subject experts
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Reading time: 11 sec
Use 220 words per minute for general audience content.
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