3.5 - Core Elements of Accessible Civil Engineering Design
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Practice Questions
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What is the minimum slope ratio for ramps?
💡 Hint: Think about how many units rise per every twelve units.
Name one feature of accessible parking areas.
💡 Hint: What symbol is used to designate disabled parking spaces?
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the minimum slope ratio for ramps?
💡 Hint: Think about how this ratio translates to accessibility.
True or False: All entrances should have stairs.
💡 Hint: Consider who would need access to entrances.
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Challenge Problems
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Design an accessible entrance for a new public library. What considerations will you keep in mind to ensure it meets the needs of all users?
💡 Hint: Consider all possible users’ needs while designing.
Discuss the impact of proper lighting and acoustic features in public infrastructure. How would you incorporate these in a new transport station?
💡 Hint: Think about how clarity and safety are important in busy environments.
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