5.2 - Handles and Hardware
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Practice Questions
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What is the preferred type of door handle for accessibility?
💡 Hint: Think about how easy it is to push down with an elbow.
What is the minimum clear opening width required for doors?
💡 Hint: Consider the space a wheelchair needs to maneuver through.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the minimum clear opening width required for accessible doors?
💡 Hint: Consider the width of a typical wheelchair.
True or False: Lever handles are less accessible than knobs.
💡 Hint: Think about how each handle type is operated.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a door handle system for a community center that accommodates individuals of varying abilities. Include specifications for handle type, height, and additional features needed.
💡 Hint: Think about all user types and what aids their mobility.
Critique a real-life door design that you encounter regularly. Analyze it in terms of accessibility features, including handles and hardware.
💡 Hint: Consider the ease of use for a person with a disability.
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