The imam’s audible recitation serves the congregation. An individual has no followers to hear it and is given a choice in normally audible prayers. This does not remove the distinct quiet-recitation rule for Zuhr and Asr.
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Why the Individual and Imam Differ
Rules of Audible and Quiet Recitation in Salah
The imam’s audible recitation serves the congregation. An individual has no followers to hear it and is given a choice in normally audible prayers. This does not remove the distinct quiet-recitation rule for Zuhr and Asr.