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SPEED-READING5 MIN READ

Decide Whether the Appendix Deserves Time

Use reading-science language to coach or negotiate a better reading move.

Chris C Deal analyst 1 Role 2 Depth 3 Verify The moment During a deal review, Chris says, "The key assumption is in the appendix, but I skipped it because it was just backup." The room goes quiet. The conversation decides whether speed supports or damages the work. conversation turns choices per turn The formula Use the framework explicitly Purpose -> Evidence -> Confidence Layered reading does not mean appendices are always optional. In business documents, appendices often contain methods, thresholds, assumptions, sensitivity tables, and exclusions. Ask what job the appendix plays: background, evidence, assumption, threshold, or exclusion. Then choose…

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