Reading is the process by which, we interpret a symbol, sign or written languages through our mental processes with the aid of physical expression. Reading entails focusing on a particular page of a book, newspapers, magazines or any relevant materials, so as to derive necessary information.

As a student or candidate who is preparing for an examination, you need to focus on some key aspect of reading, so as to ensure an excellent academic performance. We do not read to derive pleasure alone, we read to learn, to understand, to source for information and to attempt examination question, so as to move to next educational level.

Following the under-listed methods to reduce irrelevant and meaningless time spent on a particular passage of a book.

1. Set Goals
One of the basic fundamentals of reading is to set a goal. This is the act of setting a standard and measuring its outcome. It is best for students to know the purpose of reading. If it is to read for fun or to pass an examination. Having a clear goal will help in maintaining a reading standard and it will improve their reading capacity.

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