3.1 - Public Transportation
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Practice Questions
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What does 'Universal Design' mean?
💡 Hint: Think about accessibility for all.
Name one feature of low-floor buses.
💡 Hint: Consider how people enter the bus.
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What is one feature you would find in Japanese railway stations?
💡 Hint: Think about how ticket machines can assist users.
True or False: Low-floor buses do not have ramps.
💡 Hint: Consider the main purpose of low-floor design.
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Imagine you are responsible for redesigning a public bus system in a city with a significant elderly population. Discuss three specific features you would implement based on Japan's approach to Universal Design.
💡 Hint: Think about accessibility and comfort for elderly riders.
Evaluate the effectiveness of tactile paving in enhancing public transportation. Discuss its benefits and potential drawbacks based on user demographics.
💡 Hint: Consider its impact and any challenges to implementation.
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