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Average adult silent reading speed is approximately:
A50–80 wpm
B800–1000 wpm
C200–300 wpm
DAbove 1500 wpm
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. 200–300 wpm
1. Standard adult silent reading is ~200–300 wpm.
2. Speed-reading techniques push higher.
3. Hence 200–300 wpm.
_Source: UGC NET Paper 1 Study Book (ugc-net.com class notes) — Reading Skills_