Enter the total number of words and the time it took to read them into the calculator to determine your reading speed in words per minute.
Reading Speed Formula
The following formula is used to calculate the reading speed.
RS = W / T
Variables:
- RS is the reading speed (words per minute)
- W is the total number of words read
- T is the time in minutes it took to read the words
To calculate reading speed, divide the total number of words read by the time in minutes it took to read them.
What is Reading Speed?
Reading speed is a measure of how quickly an individual can read text. It is usually measured in words per minute (WPM) and is often used to assess reading ability. Factors that can influence reading speed include familiarity with the text, reading skills, and the complexity of the text. Improving reading speed can be beneficial for both personal and professional development.
How to Calculate Reading Speed?
The following steps outline how to calculate the Reading Speed.
- First, count the total number of words read (W).
- Next, determine the time in minutes it took to read the words (T).
- Use the formula from above = RS = W / T.
- Finally, calculate the Reading Speed (RS) in words per minute.
- After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.
Example Problem :
Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.
Total number of words read (W) = 1200 words
Time in minutes it took to read the words (T) = 20 minutes