Quantitative Analysis of Reading Comprehension and Reading Speed Based on Serif and Sans-Serif Fonts
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Our work investigates the effect of using the two general categories of fonts, serif fonts and sans-serif fonts, on the rate at which a person reads and on how much of the material a person comprehends. We have conducted an experiment in which each participant is given two articles, each using a different font, and asked to answer a short questionnaire between each article. After analyzing the data, we have come to the conclusion that serif vs sans-serif fonts produce no notable effects on reading speed or comprehension.
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تاریخ انتشار 2015