“Serial” effects in parallel models of reading

Highlights ► We develop a parallel reading model that includes a visual processing component. ► We examine whether the model can account for “serial” effects found in normal reading. ► The length by lexicality interaction is an emergent property of parallel models with visual processing. ► “Serial” effects in reading can be produced by parallel models. ► Visual processing may be the key to understanding “serial” effects in normal reading.

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