The '$' (dollar) has a single line which does not cross the 'S'.
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The upper-case 'J' descends below the baseline.
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The dot on the '?' (question-mark) is circular or oval.
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The verticals of the upper-case 'M' are parallel.
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The top of the lower-case 'q' has no spur or serif.
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The dot on the lower-case 'i' or 'j' is circular or oval.
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The tail of the lower-case 'y' is substantially straight.
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The lower-case 'b' has no lower spur, foot, or serif.
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The straight strokes vary in thickness (stressed strokes).
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Note that the fonts in the icons shown above represent general examples, not necessarily the two fonts chosen for comparison.
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The '$' (dollar) has a single line crossing the 'S'.
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The upper-case 'J' sits on the baseline.
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The dot on the '?' (question-mark) is square or rectangular.
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The verticals of the upper-case 'M' are sloping.
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The top of the lower-case 'q' has a vertical or slightly angled spur (pointed or flat).
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The dot on the lower-case 'i' or 'j' is square or rectangular.
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The tail of the lower-case 'y' is curved or U-shaped to the left.
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The lower-case 'b' has a downward-pointing spur or foot (pointed or flat).
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The straight strokes are constant thickness (unstressed).
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