Which Python XML library should I use?

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Hello.

I am going to handle XML files for a project. I had earlier decided to use lxml but after reading the requirements, I think ElemenTree would be better for my purpose.

The XML files that have to be processed are:

Small in size. Typically < 10 KB.
No namespaces.
Simple XML structure.

Given the small XML size, memory is not an issue. My only concern is fast parsing.

What should I go with? Mostly I have seen people recommend lxml, but given my parsing requirements, do I really stand to benefit from it or would ElementTree serve my purpose better?

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