Myths and misconceptions about accessibility - Accessibility should be the last step

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a problem with retrofitting accessibility at the last minute?
A. It can lead to bad design and user experience
B. It’s cheaper and easier to do at the end
C. It might never get done at all
D. It can expose systematic neglect

Answer 1

B. It’s cheaper and easier to do at the end

Question 2

Why is it harder to retrofit accessibility at the end of a project?
A. It requires more planning
B. It requires redesigning and may involve extra work
C. It costs less and saves time
D. There is no significant difference

Answer 2

B. It requires redesigning and may involve extra work

Question 3

What is one major consequence of failing to plan for accessibility from the beginning?
A. A website that is slightly slower
B. A website that might be legally at risk
C. Better integration with other features
D. Easier to maintain the website

Answer 3

B. A website that might be legally at risk

Question 4

Retrofitting accessibility can sometimes result in compliance with guidelines but still fail to provide a good user experience. True or False?

Answer 4

True

Question 5

What analogy is used to explain the difficulty of adding accessibility late in a project?
A. Adding windows to a car
B. Adding electrical wiring and plumbing to a finished building
C. Building a bridge after laying the road
D. Repainting a house

Answer 5

B. Adding electrical wiring and plumbing to a finished building

Question 6

Why might accessibility work be skipped altogether if not planned from the start?
A. It is not considered important for most users
B. Business goals often take priority over accessibility goals
C. Accessibility is too simple to worry about
D. It is more fun to implement at the end

Answer 6

B. Business goals often take priority over accessibility goals