12.1 - Streets and Sidewalks
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Practice Questions
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What is a tactile guiding path?
💡 Hint: Think about how you can feel the path underfoot.
Why are curb ramps important?
💡 Hint: Consider the challenges of mobility when transitioning from one surface to another.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the minimum clear width required for sidewalks?
💡 Hint: Recall the standard width requirements.
True or False: Detectable warnings are only for visually impaired users.
💡 Hint: Think about who else may benefit from clear navigation aids.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a city block layout that incorporates required accessible features such as tactile paths and curb ramps. Describe your design process.
💡 Hint: Focus on user experience and safety in your design approach.
Evaluate an existing urban area that lacks accessibility features. Identify key issues and propose a plan to improve usability based on NBC guidelines.
💡 Hint: Consider the perspectives of different users in your assessment.
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