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Read Index Access Keys Criterion

Use language appropriate for the lowest potential reading level amongst your users. Avoid using technical language.

  • Score comes from the Flesh-Kincaid Grade Level Score calculated by the spider. Sites should aim for a score between six and ten.
  • Should a site fail the automated test, the manual check will also take into account the target audience and the subject of the text on the site.
  • Points awarded on an exponential scale - losing more points the farther away from a eight.
  • Criterion weighting of three.

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