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Turns out the method of reading you likely utilized at least a few times in college may have some benefits after all. According to a new infographic, speed reading is actually proven to be quite helpful in absorbing and retaining a large amount of information quickly, allowing for greater productivity and efficiency, both in daily life and the workplace. For more information on how to improve your speed reading technique and interesting facts about the method, check out the full infographic.