Benefits of accessible design - For people without disabilities

Question 1

True or False: Accessible designs only benefit people with disabilities.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Which of the following is a benefit of curb cuts on sidewalks?
A. They are only for wheelchair access
B. They allow easier access for strollers, bicycles, and carts
C. They are a safety hazard for pedestrians
D. They increase construction costs

Answer 2

B. They allow easier access for strollers, bicycles, and carts

Question 3

What is one benefit of elevators designed for wheelchair access?
A. They are exclusive to people with disabilities
B. They save physical effort for everyone, especially in tall buildings
C. They are costly and rarely used
D. They require frequent maintenance

Answer 3

B. They save physical effort for everyone, especially in tall buildings

Question 4

True or False: Dual height drinking fountains are designed only for people with dwarfism.

Answer 4

False

Question 5

Which of the following is a benefit of auto-opening doors?
A. They are inconvenient for most people
B. They help people who have their hands full enter a building
C. They increase energy consumption significantly
D. They are only necessary in hospitals

Answer 5

B. They help people who have their hands full enter a building

Question 6

True or False: Inaccessible environments often require two people to do tasks that should only require one.

Answer 6

True

Question 7

How could more accessible environments impact social interactions between people with and without disabilities?
A. It would lead to fewer friendships
B. It would create more social contact and potential friendships
C. It would increase discomfort between people
D. It would have no impact on social interactions

Answer 7

B. It would create more social contact and potential friendships