These formulas both have their strengths and weaknesses. Subsequently, Fry’s graph uses the traditional factors of sentence length and word difficulty to determine readability. The grade reading level (or reading difficulty level) is calculated by the average number of sentences (y-axis) and syllables (x-axis) per hundred words. These averages are plotted onto a specific graph; the intersection of the average number of sentences and the average number of syllables determines the reading level of the content.
There are two advantages of using Fry’s readability formula. Primarily, Fry’s readability formula do not require the readers to first go through the text to decide if the text is too hard or too easy to read. By using Fry’s readability formula, you can know ahead of time if your readers can understand your material. This saves time and money. The second advantage of using Fry’s readability formula is that it aids in assisting teachers to select readable text that always attracts a larger