What's Easier- Electric Or Acoustic Guitar?

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There seems to be a misconception floating around that starting your
first lessons with an electric guitar is somehow more difficult than
starting with an acoustic guitar. The opposite is actually more true.
The neck of an electric guitar is longer and thinner than an acoustic
guitar. The action (space between string and top of fretboard) is
generally lower on an electric guitar also. As a result, less strength
is required to push the strings down onto the fretboard, thus making
it easier to play.
The classical guitar would be next in line as far as ease of playing
is concerned. This is because it has nylon strings which are more
flexible than the wound steel strings of a dreadnaught acoustic
guitar. The challenge with classical guitar, especially for those who
have small hands, is playing a wider neck.
So, when rating guitars from 1. being the easiest to play, and 3.
being the most difficult, my opinion is:
1. electric2. classical3. acoustic steel string (dreadnaught)
Now, when it comes to style, that's another matter......

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