Which fonts have extra strokes at the end of each character that aid in reading passages of text (for example Times New Roman)?

• A. Sans-serif fonts
• B. Serif fonts
• C. Monospace fonts
• D. Script fonts

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is how certain letter shapes affect reading continuous text. Serifs are the small lines or strokes at the ends of letters. These finishing touches create a subtle horizontal guide along lines of type, helping the eye move from one character to the next and from word to word more smoothly. That built-in rhythm can reduce visual fatigue and improve readability in long passages, especially in printed material. Times New Roman is a well-known serif font, demonstrating these strokes.

Sans-serif fonts lack those extra strokes, giving a cleaner, simpler look that some people find easier to read on screens, but they don’t provide the same guiding lines for long, dense text on paper. Monospace fonts have equal character widths and aren’t centered on the idea of serifs guiding the eye in blocks of text. Script fonts imitate handwriting and are generally more decorative, which can disrupt steady reading in long passages. So, the feature that enhances readability in extended text and is exemplified by Times New Roman is the presence of serifs.