Universal design Flashcards
True or False: The goal of universal design is to create products, services, and environments that meet the needs of everyone who uses them, minimizing or eliminating the need for adaptations or accommodations.
TRUE
Which of the following is a goal of universal design for the built environment? A. Ensure the accessibility of buildings, public spaces, and transportation systems B. Create specialized designs for people with disabilities C. Focus only on digital accessibility D. Minimize the use of assistive technologies
A. Ensure the accessibility of buildings, public spaces, and transportation systems
True or False: The principles of universal design aim to make products and environments usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design.
TRUE
Which of the following is NOT one of the principles of universal design? A. Equitable use B. Flexibility in use C. Simple and intuitive use D. High physical effort
D. High physical effort
True or False: The 7 Principles of Universal Design is an accessible design framework built for the Information Communication Technology space and was developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).
FALSE
Which guidelines support the principle of equitable use? Select three. A. Provide the same means of use for all users B. Avoid segregating or stigmatizing any users C. Make the design appealing to all users D. Require specialized training for use
A. Provide the same means of use for all users B. Avoid segregating or stigmatizing any users C. Make the design appealing to all users
A web developer created a form that does not time out. This feature meets the flexibility in use principle. Which guideline does the feature most strongly support? A. Provide adaptability to the user’s pace B. Ensure high physical effort C. Minimize hazards D. Use reasonable operating forces
A. Provide adaptability to the user’s pace
To meet the principle of simple and intuitive use, a web designer has used icons as well as text for important elements on the page. Which guideline does their design best support? A. Accommodate a wide range of literacy and language skills B. Provide the same means of use for all users C. Minimize hazards D. Use reasonable operating forces
A. Accommodate a wide range of literacy and language skills
Which of the following is an example of the principle of perceptible information? A. Adequate color contrast B. High physical effort C. Specialized training D. Limited use of icons
A. Adequate color contrast
Which of the following examples meet the principle of tolerance for error? Select three. A. In-line error notification B. Ability to save and undo C. A review step prior to submission D. High physical effort
A. In-line error notification B. Ability to save and undo C. A review step prior to submission
A levered door is an example of the principle of low physical effort. Which guideline does the door design best support? A. Use reasonable operating forces B. Minimize hazards C. Provide adaptability to the user’s pace D. Accommodate a wide range of literacy and language skills
A. Use reasonable operating forces
When looking for a presentation space for a speaker who uses a motorized wheelchair, you should follow the size and approach for use principle. Which guideline is found under the principle? A. Provide a clear line of sight to important elements for any seated or standing user B. Minimize hazards C. Use reasonable operating forces D. Provide adaptability to the user’s pace
A. Provide a clear line of sight to important elements for any seated or standing user
Which of the following meets the universal design principle of low physical effort? A. Automatic soap dispensers B. High physical effort C. Limited use of icons D. Specialized training
A. Automatic soap dispensers
