Universal Design for the Physical World

Question 1

What are the seven principles of universal design?

Answer 1

Equitable Use, Flexibility in Use, Simple and Intuitive Use, Perceptible Information, Tolerance for Error, Low Physical Effort, Size and Space for Approach and Use

Question 2

What is the principle, Equitable Use?

Answer 2

The design of the product or environment should be useful and marketable to everyone regardless of his or her abilities. If possible, everyone should be able to use the environment or product in the same manner. If identical uses are not provided, then equivalent options should be provided.

Question 3

What is the principle, Flexibility in Use?

Answer 3

The design of the product or environment should provide people with a variety of options for use of its features. The environment or product should be adaptable to an individual’s preferences and abilities.

Question 4

What is the principle, Simple and Intuitive Use?

Answer 4

The purpose of the product or environment’s features should be easy to understand. A person’s background, language, or experience should not hinder his or her understanding of how to use the product or navigate the environment.

Question 5

What is the principle, Perceptible Information?

Answer 5

Information about the product or environment’s design should be communicated effectively and should be perceivable to everyone. A person’s sensory abilities should not hinder him or her from receiving information. Information should be presented in different formats to increase effective communication to individuals with diverse abilities.

Question 6

What is the principle, Tolerance for Error?

Answer 6

The design of the product or environment should reduce the chances of accidents or hazards from occurring. The design should also anticipate any unintentional actions that may occur during use.

Question 7

What is the principle, Low Physical Effort?

Answer 7

The design of the product or environment should require little to no physical effort to use. A person should be able to use the product or navigate the environment comfortably without feeling fatigued during use or after use.

Question 8

What is the principle, Size and Space for Approach and Use?

Answer 8

Sufficient space should be provided in the design so that it allows anyone to use the design features regardless of physical build or physical abilities.

Question 9

What are the accessibility enhancements of sidewalks?

Answer 9

Curb cuts, bumped and ridged tiles

Question 10

“Sidewalks that are wheelchair accessible and have curb cuts that orient people who are blind, assist people with motor disabilities and people who walk with objects such as carts and strollers” is an example of which principle?

Answer 10

Principle 1, Equitable Use

Question 11

“Detectable warnings built into curb cuts that warn people who are blind that they are approaching a street” is an example of which principle?

Answer 11

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 12

“Sidewalks that are smooth and absent of bumps and cracks” is an example of which principle?

Answer 12

Principle 6, Low Physical Effort

Question 13

“Width of sidewalk allows for use of assistive technologies (e.g., rollators, wheelchairs)” is an example of which principle?

Answer 13

Principle 7, Size and Space for Approach and Use

Question 14

What are the accessibility enhancements of building entrances?

Answer 14

Ramps

Question 15

“Same entrance to the building for all people (instead of a main entrance for people who can walk up stairs and a separate entrance for people in wheelchairs)” is an example of which principle?

Answer 15

Principle 1, Equitable Use

Question 16

“Ramps built into stairs – not separate from stairs (sleek, modern universal design)” is an example of which principle?

Answer 16

Principle 1, Equitable Use

Question 17

What are assistive technologies for stairs?

Answer 17

Stair climbing wheelchairs, elevators

Question 18

“Elevators provided for access to multiple levels in buildings that can be used by a wide variety of people” is an example of which principle?

Answer 18

Principle 1, Equitable Use

Question 19

“Buttons on elevators that are tactile or have Braille on them” is an example of which principle?

Answer 19

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 20

“Visual and audio feedback that announces each floor level” is an example of which principle?

Answer 20

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 21

What are accessible design alternatives for doorknobs?

Answer 21

Push button doors, automatic doors, accessible door thresholds, accessible doorbells

Question 22

“Doorbells that have lights as well as audio cues” is an example of which principle?

Answer 22

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 23

“Doorbells that can be programmed to send vibrating signals to a device” is an example of which principle?

Answer 23

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 24

“Doors that have lever handles that require less effort to operate” is an example of which principle?

Answer 24

Principle 6, Low Physical Effort

Question 25

"Electronic doors with sensors and flat entryways that everyone can use" is an example of which principle?

Answer 25

Principle 6, Low Physical Effort

Question 26

What are ways to make a bathroom accessible?

Answer 26

Grip bars, sufficient space for wheelchairs, automatic hands-free faucets, unisex bathrooms, braille bathroom signs

Question 27

"Bathroom labels that are both visual and tactile" is an example of which principle?

Answer 27

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 28

"Bathrooms that serve the needs of diverse individuals by providing hands-free faucets, automatic flushing, and handles for support" is an example of which principle?

Answer 28

Principle 6, Low Physical Effort

Question 29

"Bathrooms that provide sufficient space for maneuverability of body and assistive technologies" is an example of which principle?

Answer 29

Principle 7, Size and Space for Approach and Use

Question 30

What are ways to make drinking fountains more accessible?

Answer 30

Auto-detect features, multiple heights, large push buttons

Question 31

"Drinking fountains that are placed at varying heights to accommodate different users" is an example of which principle?

Answer 31

Principle 2, Flexibility in Use

Question 32

"Drinking fountains that have auto-detecting features" is an example of which principle?

Answer 32

Principle 6, Low Physical Effort

Question 33

What are ways to make transportation systems more accessible?

Answer 33

Online ticket purchasing, wide turnstiles or gates, bumped/ridged train platforms, clear train arrival announcements, clear door visibility, clear mind-the-gap signage, and accessible route maps and guides

Question 34

"Both audible and visual arrival announcements" is an example of which principle?

Answer 34

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 35

"Transportation systems that allow mobile devices to provide alerts regarding information and announcements" is an example of which principle?

Answer 35

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 36

"High contrast colors on doors that distinguish doors from the rest of the environment" is an example of which principle?

Answer 36

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 37

"Transportation systems that provide tactile route maps and guides and enlarged maps and guides that are simple and easy to understand" is an example of which principle?

Answer 37

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 38

"Detectable warnings and lights along the edges of platforms" is an example of which principle?

Answer 38

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 39

"Turnstiles and gates that are large enough and wide enough for wheelchairs and various people to use" is an example of which principle?

Answer 39

Principle 7, Size and Space for Approach and Use

Question 40

What are ways to make taxis more accessible?

Answer 40

Accessible fare counters and touchscreens, wheelchair accessible taxis

Question 41

"Taxis that have wheelchair access" is an example of which principle?

Answer 41

Principle 2, Flexibility in Use

Question 42

"Credit card or cash payment options" is an example of which principle?

Answer 42

Principle 2, Flexibility in Use

Question 43

"Touchscreens for people who are blind to use to access information about the taxi and fare" is an example of which principle?

Answer 43

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 44

"Touchscreens that have larger clickable areas and fonts help prevent people who are visually impaired or have motor disabilities from making mistakes, communicate mistakes, and help users recover from those mistakes" is an example of which principle?

Answer 44

Principle 5, Tolerance for Error

Question 45

What are ways to support individuals with disabilities in an emergency?

Answer 45

Smoke detectors with bright flashing lights, mobile device updates for emergencies, accessible fire extinguishers

Question 46

"Emergency exit routes that are accessible and usable for all people" is an example of which principle?

Answer 46

Principle 1, Equitable Use

Question 47

"Smoke detectors and other alarm systems that have flashing lights and audio sounds" is an example of which principle?

Answer 47

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 48

What are ways to make grocery stores and shopping more accessible?

Answer 48

Easy access shelves, buying groceries online, braille labels

Question 49

"Shelves, product markers, product information, and prices that can be exposed to portable devices" is an example of which principle?

Answer 49

Principle 1, Equitable Use

Question 50

"Orientation and guidance provided in the grocery store for everyone to help find items" is an example of which principle?

Answer 50

Principle 1, Equitable Use

Question 51

"Shelves placed at lower heights to accommodate diverse needs of shoppers" is an example of which principle?

Answer 51

Principle 2, Flexibility in Use

Question 52

What are ways to make the self check-in and check-out process more accessible?

Answer 52

Multiple height kiosks, accessible touchscreen kiosk experiences, large buttons with enough contrast, audio interfaces, online check-in, mobile check-in

Question 53

"Kiosks that have both audio and visual touchscreen interfaces to accommodate various users, and controls that accommodate people who are blind or visually impaired" is an example of which principle?

Answer 53

Principle 2, Flexibility in Use

Question 54

"Kiosks that are placed at various heights to accommodate diverse users" is an example of which principle?

Answer 54

Principle 2, Flexibility in Use

Question 55

"Larger clickable areas and fonts help prevent users who are visually impaired or have motor disabilities from making mistakes and recover" is an example of which principle?

Answer 55

Principle 5, Tolerance for Error

Question 56

What are ways to make signs more accessible?

Answer 56

Intuitive icons, braille signs, simple and clear signs

Question 57

"Standardized signs that have depictions that are visually intuitive and communicate important information in a simple manner" is an example of which principle?

Answer 57

Principle 3, Simple and Intuitive Use

Question 58

"Visual signs that also present the same information in audio and Braille formats" is an example of which principle?

Answer 58

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 59

"Signs that are enlarged with high contrasting colors" is an example of which principle?

Answer 59

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 60

What are ways to make printed materials more accessible?

Answer 60

e-Reader or electronic formats, braille, different color and sized money, screen magnifiers, audio formats

Question 61

"Printed text-based materials are supplemented with visuals that reinforce information" is an example of which principle?

Answer 61

Principle 3, Simple and Intuitive Use

Question 62

"Printed materials that use language that can be understood by a wide range of users" is an example of which principle?

Answer 62

Principle 3, Simple and Intuitive Use

Question 63

"Options that are provided for printed materials, such as Braille, large print, and electronic formats" is an example of which principle?

Answer 63

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 64

"Content on printed materials that is clear and distinguishable" is an example of which principle?

Answer 64

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 65

What are ways to make microwaves more accessible?

Answer 65

Tactile interfaces, bumped stickers on touchscreen controls, audio interfaces

Question 66

"Microwaves that have tactile interfaces, such as dials, or touchscreen interface and larger buttons" is an example of which principle?

Answer 66

Principle 2, Flexibility in Use

Question 67

"Microwaves that provide visual and audio feedback and have tactile markers" is an example of which principle?

Answer 67

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 68

What are ways to make televisions more accessible?

Answer 68

Tactile controls, audio controls, simple remotes, captions, audio descriptions

Question 69

"Televisions that have distinguishable tactile controls and larger buttons to operate hardware" is an example of which principle?

Answer 69

Principle 2, Flexibility in Use

Question 70

"Televisions that allow the use of personal or assistive devices, or voice control, to operate hardware" is an example of which principle?

Answer 70

Principle 2, Flexibility in Use

Question 71

"Remote controls with fewer buttons that make using the television and program menus easier" is an example of which principle?

Answer 71

Principle 3, Simple and Intuitive Use

Question 72

"Televisions that have clearer, larger visuals and audio output for on-screen menu options" is an example of which principle?

Answer 72

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 73

"Televisions that allow users to enable captions and audio descriptions" is an example of which principle?

Answer 73

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 74

"Movie theaters that provide integrated and adaptive seating" is an example of which principle?

Answer 74

Principle 1, Equitable Use

Question 75

"Movie theaters that provide assistive devices that allow viewers to amplify audio, listen to audio description, or view captions for movies" is an example of which principle?

Answer 75

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 76

"Movie theaters that have wide aisles and seating for those who use assistive technologies" is an example of which principle?

Answer 76

Principle 7, Size and Space for Approach and Use

Question 77

What are ways to make ATM's more accessible?

Answer 77

Adequate wheelchair room/space, audio interfaces, braille keypads, high contrast screens, online and mobile banking

Question 78

"ATMs that have tactile interfaces, such as dials, or touchscreen interface and larger buttons" is an example of which principle?

Answer 78

Principle 2, Flexibility in Use

Question 79

"ATMs that are placed at varying heights for diverse users to access, and designed for wheelchair access" is an example of which principle?

Answer 79

Principle 2, Flexibility in Use

Question 80

"ATMs that provide visual, tactile and audio information to users, and utilizes higher contrast settings to make visual information more distinguishable" is an example of which principle?

Answer 80

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 81

"ATMs that allow users to utilize their personal devices to interact with and operate ATMs" is an example of which principle?

Answer 81

Principle 4, Perceptible Information

Question 82

What are ways to make mobile devices more accessible?

Answer 82

Voice recognition, physical buttons, text size controls, adequately sized buttons (physical and digital), voice over controls / audio controls

Question 83

"Mobile devices that provide a range of options for users to operate device such as a screen reader with modified gestures, zoom, tabbing, and changing high contrast settings" is an example of which principle?

Answer 83

Principle 2, Flexibility in Use

Question 84

"Mobile devices that enable users to perceive information based on their needs, such as providing and modifying audio output and captions" is an example of which principle?

Answer 84

Principle 4, Perceptible Information