How long does it take a human to read a 12 page policies document?
How long does it take a human to read a 12 page policies document?
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I think it would take me a lot longer though.
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The time it takes a human to read a 12-page policies document can vary widely based on several factors:
- Reading Speed: On average, people read at a speed of about 200 to 300 words per minute (wpm) for comprehension. However, policies documents often contain complex language and terms which can slow reading speed. If you assume an average of 250 wpm and if each page has about 250-500 words, then reading alone would take anywhere from 12 to 24 minutes.
- Comprehension: Since policies often contain crucial information that needs to be understood thoroughly, the reader might spend additional time re-reading certain sections to ensure comprehension. This can add to the reading time.
- Formatting and Layout: The layout of the document can affect reading time. Documents with larger fonts, more spacing, images, or charts can be quicker to skim, but might still take longer to fully understand.
- Familiarity with Topic: If someone is already familiar with the topic or has a background in it, they might read through it faster. On the contrary, someone unfamiliar might take longer.
- Purpose of Reading: If a person is skimming for specific information, they might go through the document faster. If they are reading to understand every detail, it will take longer.
- Distractions: External factors like distractions, environment, and the reader’s state of mind can also affect reading speed.
Given all these factors, a rough estimate might be that an average person would take 20 to 60 minutes to read and understand a 12-page policies document. However, this is a broad estimate and individual times could fall outside this range.
