<P> The numeric entry or 10 key speed is a measure of one's ability to manipulate the numeric keypad found on most modern separate computer keyboards . It is used to measure speed for jobs such as data entry of number information on items such as remittance advice, bills, or checks, as deposited to lockboxes . It is measured in "Keystrokes per hour," or KPH . Many jobs require a certain KPH, often 8,000 or 10,000 . </P> <P> For an adult population (age range 18--64) the average speed of copying is 68 letters per minute (approximately 13 wpm), with the range from a minimum of 26 to a maximum of 113 letters per minute (approximately 5 to 20 wpm). </P> <P> A study of police interview records showed that the highest speed fell in the range 120--155 characters per minute, the highest possible limit being 190 characters per minute . </P> <P> According to various studies the speed of handwriting of 3--7 graders varies from 25 to 94 letters per minute . </P>

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