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Architectural Accessibility

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What is the purpose of architectural accessibility?

  1. To make buildings and spaces accessible to people with disabilities.

  2. To make buildings and spaces more aesthetically pleasing.

  3. To make buildings and spaces more energy-efficient.

  4. To make buildings and spaces more secure.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Architectural accessibility is the practice of designing and constructing buildings and spaces that are accessible to people with disabilities. This includes providing features such as ramps, elevators, and accessible restrooms.

What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?

  1. A federal law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities.

  2. A federal law that requires businesses to provide accessible restrooms.

  3. A federal law that requires businesses to provide ramps and elevators.

  4. A federal law that requires businesses to provide accessible parking spaces.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. It requires businesses and public entities to provide accessible restrooms, ramps, elevators, and accessible parking spaces.

What are some common features of accessible buildings?

  1. Ramps, elevators, and accessible restrooms.

  2. Wide doorways and hallways.

  3. Accessible parking spaces.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Common features of accessible buildings include ramps, elevators, accessible restrooms, wide doorways and hallways, and accessible parking spaces.

What is the difference between a ramp and a curb cut?

  1. A ramp is a sloped surface that connects two levels, while a curb cut is a lowered section of curb that allows people with disabilities to cross the street.

  2. A ramp is a sloped surface that allows people with disabilities to enter a building, while a curb cut is a lowered section of curb that allows people with disabilities to cross the street.

  3. A ramp is a sloped surface that allows people with disabilities to cross the street, while a curb cut is a lowered section of curb that allows people with disabilities to enter a building.

  4. A ramp is a sloped surface that allows people with disabilities to enter a building, while a curb cut is a lowered section of curb that allows people with disabilities to cross the street.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A ramp is a sloped surface that connects two levels, while a curb cut is a lowered section of curb that allows people with disabilities to cross the street.

What is the minimum width of a ramp?

  1. 36 inches.

  2. 48 inches.

  3. 60 inches.

  4. 72 inches.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The minimum width of a ramp is 36 inches.

What is the maximum slope of a ramp?

  1. 1:12.

  2. 1:10.

  3. 1:8.

  4. 1:6.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The maximum slope of a ramp is 1:12.

What is the minimum height of a curb cut?

  1. 2 inches.

  2. 4 inches.

  3. 6 inches.

  4. 8 inches.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The minimum height of a curb cut is 2 inches.

What is the minimum width of an accessible parking space?

  1. 8 feet.

  2. 10 feet.

  3. 12 feet.

  4. 14 feet.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The minimum width of an accessible parking space is 8 feet.

What is the minimum length of an accessible parking space?

  1. 16 feet.

  2. 18 feet.

  3. 20 feet.

  4. 22 feet.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The minimum length of an accessible parking space is 16 feet.

What is the minimum number of accessible parking spaces required in a parking lot?

  1. 1%

  2. 2%

  3. 3%

  4. 4%


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The minimum number of accessible parking spaces required in a parking lot is 2%.

What is the minimum width of an accessible restroom door?

  1. 32 inches.

  2. 36 inches.

  3. 40 inches.

  4. 44 inches.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The minimum width of an accessible restroom door is 36 inches.

What is the minimum size of an accessible restroom stall?

  1. 36 inches by 36 inches.

  2. 48 inches by 48 inches.

  3. 60 inches by 60 inches.

  4. 72 inches by 72 inches.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The minimum size of an accessible restroom stall is 60 inches by 60 inches.

What is the minimum height of an accessible sink?

  1. 28 inches.

  2. 30 inches.

  3. 32 inches.

  4. 34 inches.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The minimum height of an accessible sink is 30 inches.

What is the minimum height of an accessible toilet seat?

  1. 17 inches.

  2. 19 inches.

  3. 21 inches.

  4. 23 inches.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The minimum height of an accessible toilet seat is 17 inches.

What is the minimum number of grab bars required in an accessible restroom?

  1. 1.

  2. 2.

  3. 3.

  4. 4.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The minimum number of grab bars required in an accessible restroom is 2.

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