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Software Accessibility Guidelines
508 Conformance Evaluation Methodologies
Provision A
Provision B
Provision C
Provision D
Provision E
Provision F
Provision G
Provision H
Provision I
Provision J
Provision K
Provision L
Module Conclusion

Provision I

Check Your Knowledge

This is a graphic of a stop sign.  A text label carrying the word "STOP" has been inserted into the face of the sign.

The intent of this graphic is to convey that the user needs to stop work. What is it about this object that enables its meaning to be conveyed to people with visual disabilities? Select the response that is most accurate. You will receive immediate feedback.

  1. *Dimensions are sized so that the graphic can be easily viewed.
  2. Color selections are close in hue/intensity.
  3. The text used in the graphic is large enough to be easily read.
  4. The graphic contains text that conveys the meaning of the object.

You selected “A. Dimensions are sized so that the graphic can be easily viewed.”

This answer is incorrect. The correct response is “D. The graphic contains text that conveys the meaning of the object.” In order for a user to understand the intent or purpose of a graphic, it is imperative that the object includes an explanatory text label that can be interpreted by assistive technology.

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