Myths and misconceptions about accessibility - Accessibility is a short term project

Question 1

Accessibility is an ongoing design requirement because: (Select the correct option)
A. Accessibility needs will eventually disappear as technology advances.
B. Accessibility is only required for people with permanent disabilities.
C. As long as there are people, there will always be a need for accessible design.
D. Accessibility can be added later in development.

Answer 1

C. As long as there are people, there will always be a need for accessible design.

Question 2

Accessibility needs to be part of the process from: (Select the correct option)
A. Only during the QA stage.
B. From start to finish.
C. After business and design requirements are met.
D. Once the product is fully developed.

Answer 2

B. From start to finish.

Question 3

Company culture must commit to accessibility with support from top-level leadership. (True/False)

Answer 3

True

Question 4

What is a key factor in ensuring a successful accessibility program? (Select the correct option)
A. Only part-time efforts on accessibility.
B. Hiring full-time people dedicated to accessibility.
C. Allowing employees to address accessibility as an optional task.
D. Delegating accessibility to external consultants only.

Answer 4

B. Hiring full-time people dedicated to accessibility.

Question 5

Hiring people with disabilities can: (Select the correct option)
A. Create unnecessary challenges in the workplace.
B. Provide powerful insights into making accessibility a priority.
C. Be a temporary solution to understanding accessibility.
D. Reduce the need for accessibility testing.

Answer 5

B. Provide powerful insights into making accessibility a priority.

Question 6

People with disabilities may face obstacles in hiring due to systematic discrimination. (True/False)

Answer 6

True