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Re: Accessible Speech Rate?

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From: Thorson, Marc
Date: May 12, 2016 7:04AM


Thanks for the advice. I'm not referring to a screen reader's speech rate, though. I'm only referring to an individual talking during a presentation for a very broad audience — anyone using the web. I'm wondering if there actually are standards or guidelines defined for an accessible rate of speech. For example, what is considered too fast for those with cognitive impairments?

Marc