Ability to read written words accurately and effortlessly describes which concept?

• A. Word recognition
• B. Fluency
• C. Continuous text
• D. Independent level

Answer: (A)

Word recognition is the ability to read written words accurately and effortlessly, often almost automatically. When a reader can identify familiar words instantly, decoding stops taking effort and attention can shift to meaning. This automatic recognition is what lets reading feel smooth and easy, which is exactly what the statement describes. While fluency involves reading with appropriate speed and expression in connected text, this concept focuses on recognizing words quickly without interrupting comprehension. Continuous text and independent level refer to broader aspects of reading, like handling longer passages or reading with little to no help. So the concept described here is word recognition.