Doman 2 | Module 8: Universal Design

Question 1

The goal ofuniversal designis to create products, services, and environments that meet the needs of everyone who uses them, minimizing or eliminating the need for______ or ________.

Answer 1

adaptations, accommodations.

Question 2

When products, services, and environments are not designed for universal use, a person with a disability may need _________ __________ so they can participate and accomplish the same tasks as someone without a disability.

Answer 2

individualaccommodations

Question 3

Four synonyms for universal design

Answer 3

1. Inclusive design
2. Design for all
3. Human-centered design
4. Lifespan design

Question 4

Ronald Mace said the following of what UD is:

“To be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible through adaptation or specialized design”

Answer 4

FLASE

WITHOUT the need for adaptation or specialized design

Question 5

What 3 built environments need to be accessible

Answer 5

1. Buildings
2. Public spaces
3. Transportation systems

Question 6

The cost of adjusting physical spaces to be more universally designed is usually lower than the overall construction cost required to make it universally designed in the first place.

Answer 6

FALSE

often higher to adjust in post

Question 7

True or False:

Meeting only the minimum regulatory building standards usually results in the need for further accommodations to be built for those in need.

Answer 7

True. The minimum is usually not going to be enough in the long run.

Question 8

True or False:

Countries are not expected to supply best practice UD guidelines to better support accessibility.

Answer 8

False. Many countries do supply guidelines like these.

Question 9

What built environment accessibility measures are included for buildings? (5)

Answer 9

1. Access in and out
2. Movement and evacuation
3. Fixtures and furnishings
4. Accessibility of facilities
5. Signage

Question 10

What built environment accessibility measures are included for transportation? (3)

Answer 10

1. Access to different means of transportation
2. Routes
3. The outdoor environment

Question 11

What built environment accessibility measures are included for documentation purposes? (3)

Answer 11

1. Policies
2. Guidelines
3. Recommendations

Question 12

What are the 7 principles of UD?

Answer 12

1. Equitable use.
2. Flexibility in use.
3. Simple and intuitive use.
4. Perceptible information.
5. Tolerance for error.
6. Low physical effort.
7. Size and space for approach and use.

Question 13

What is meant by “equitable use” in UD?

Answer 13

The product or service is useful and can be of service to people with diverse abilities

Question 14

What is meant by “flexibility in use” in UD?

Answer 14

The product or service accomodates a wide range of individual preferences AND abilities

Question 15

What is meant by “simple and intuitive use” in UD?

Answer 15

The product or service is easy to understand, regardless of experience, knowledge, language skills, or current concentration level

Question 16

What is meant by “perceptible information” in UD?

Answer 16

The product or service communicatesnecessary info effectively, regardless of ambient conditions or the user’s sensory abilities.

Question 17

What is meant by “tolerance for error” in UD?

Answer 17

The product or service minimizes hazards and the adverse consequences of accidental or unintended actions.

Question 18

What is meant by “low physical effort” in UD?

Answer 18

The product or service is used efficiently and comfortably and with a minimum of fatigue.

Question 19

What is meant by “size and approach for use” in UD?

Answer 19

The product or service ensures appropriate size and space are provided for approach, reach, manipulation, and use regardless of the user’s body size, posture, or mobility.

Question 20

To acheive equitable use in UD:

1. Same ______ of use for all, equivalent if not identical
2. Does not ______ or _______ users
3. Maintains ______, ______, _______, and consistent availability for all
4. Is ________ to everyone

Answer 20

means
segragate, stigmatize
privacy, security, safety
appealing

Question 21

The two examples below represent what UD principle?

1. Automated doors provide the same entry to people of all abilities.
2. Providing closed captions on videos.

Answer 21

Equitable use

Question 22

To achieve flexibility in use in UD:

1. Gives users a ________ in method or approach
2. Make designs am________
3. Facilitates ________ and precision in use
4. _______ to user’s pace

Answer 22

choice
ambidextrous
accuracy
adapts

Question 23

The two examples below represent what UD principle?

1. A moving walkway in an airport can be used for walking or standing.
2. A form that allows a generous time to complete.

Answer 23

Flexibility in Use

Question 24

To achieve flexibility in use in UD:

1. Eliminates unnecessary _________
2. Consistent with user _________ and _________
3. Accounts for a wide range of _________ levels and _________ skills
4. Information is prioritized by _________

Answer 24

complexity
expectation, intuition
literacy, language
importance

Question 25

The two examples below represent what UD principle? 1. The different parts of a web page are easy to locate and identify. 2. Navigation elements are consistent throughout a website.

Answer 25

Simple and Intuitive Use

Question 26

The two examples below represent what UD principle? 1. Redundant cueing in airports like voice communication and signage. 2. Images provide contextually relevant alternative text.

Answer 26

Perceptible Information

Question 27

To achieve perceptible information in UD: 1. Use different _________ (pictorial, verbal, tactile) for _________ presentation of essential information. 2. Provide adequate _________ between _________ information. 3. Differentiate elements in ways that can be _________. 4. Provide _________ with a variety of techniques or devices used by people with _________ limitations.

Answer 27

modes, redundant contrast, essential described compatibility, sensory

Question 28

To achieve tolerance for error in UD: 1. Arrange elements to _________ hazards and errors. 2. Provide _________ of hazards and errors. 3. Provide _________ features. 4. Discourage _________ action in tasks that require _________.

Answer 28

minimize warnings fail-safe unconscious, vigilance

Question 29

The two examples below represent what UD principle? 1. Power tools that prevent injuries. 2. Using date pickers to ensure proper date format is used.

Answer 29

Tolerance for Error

Question 30

To achieve low physical effort in UD: 1. Allow the user to maintain a _________ body position. 2. Use reasonable _________ _________. 3. Minimize _________ actions.

Answer 30

neutral operating, forces repetitive

Question 31

The two examples below represent what UD principle? 1. Lever or loop handles on doors and faucets. 2. Voice activation.

Answer 31

Low Physical Effort

Question 32

To achieve optimized size and approach for use in UD: 1. Provide a clear _________ to important elements for any seated or standing user. 2. Make reach to all components _________ for any seated or standing user. 3. Accommodate variations in _________ and _________ size. 4. Provide adequate space for the use of _________ devices or _________ assistance

Answer 32

line of sight comfortable hand, grip assistive, personal

Question 33

The two examples below represent what UD principle? 1. ATMs at a reachable height for people who use wheelchairs. 2. A website visually highlights the most important information.

Answer 33

Size and Approach for Use