CPACC Cheat Sheet 2026

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1. In the context of WCAG, what is a 'sufficient technique'? → A technique known to satisfy a specific WCAG success criterion if implemented correctly
2. Which standard defines ICT accessibility requirements that public-sector bodies in the European Union must meet? → EN 301 549
3. What is the primary purpose of using both automated and manual testing methods during an accessibility audit? → Automated tools catch about 30-40% of issues; manual testing finds the rest
4. When creating an accessible PDF form, which technique ensures screen readers announce form fields correctly? → Associating labels with form fields using proper tagging
5. During an audit, you discover a carousel that auto-plays and has no pause button. Which WCAG criterion does this violate? → 2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide
6. According to CPACC body of knowledge, which characteristic of content MOST helps users with ADHD stay focused on a task? → Minimizing distractions and providing clear, concise content with visible task steps
7. Which document type is produced as the formal output of an accessibility audit to communicate findings to stakeholders? → Conformance report (VPAT or ACR)
8. A person who has low vision would most commonly use which combination of assistive technologies? → Screen magnification and high contrast settings
9. The Japanese Act for Eliminating Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities (2013) places what type of obligation on private businesses? → A best-efforts obligation (努力義務) rather than a strict legal mandate
10. A software company wants to assess the maturity of its accessibility program. Which tool or framework is designed for this purpose? → Accessibility Maturity Model (e.g., IAAP or W3C frameworks)
11. Which type of accessibility testing involves having people with disabilities use a product directly? → User testing with people with disabilities
12. In the context of the CPACC body of knowledge, what does the 'social model of disability' primarily assert? → Disability arises from society's failure to accommodate human diversity
13. A student with dyslexia is reviewing an online textbook for a class. Which of the following would likely be a barrier to their comprehension? → Long passages of justified text with no images or headings.
14. Which international framework provides the primary legal basis for disability rights and is referenced frequently in the CPACC exam? → UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)
15. Which assistive technology feature allows a screen reader user to navigate directly to the next heading on a page? → Single-key navigation (H key)
16. Which of the following best describes 'synchronized media' as used in WCAG guidelines? → Audio and video content synchronized together, such as a video with a soundtrack
17. For an accessible PowerPoint presentation, which practice is most important? → Setting a meaningful reading order and adding alt text to all meaningful images
18. The social model of disability argues that people are disabled primarily by: → Barriers created by society and the built environment
19. Which test best verifies that a website meets WCAG 2.4.7 Focus Visible? → Tab through the page and confirm a visible indicator appears on each focused element
20. When a U.S. federal agency procures ICT under Section 508, which document do vendors typically provide to describe their product's accessibility conformance? → Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) using a VPAT template
21. A developer adds role='button' to a div but does not add tabindex='0'. What accessibility problem remains? → The element is not focusable via keyboard
22. What is the minimum clear width required for an accessible doorway under ADA Standards? → 32 inches (81 cm)
23. Which document typically establishes an organization's formal commitment to digital accessibility, sets goals, and assigns accountability? → Organizational accessibility policy
24. Which of the following is a feature of accessible PDF documents? → Tagged structure with reading order and alt text
25. An organization's accessibility statement should include which of the following elements? → Known limitations, contact information for feedback, and the standard targeted
26. Which document heading structure best supports screen reader navigation in an accessible document? → A logical hierarchy using H1 for the title followed by H2 and H3 subsections
27. Which usability technique might have a negative impact on accessibility? → Color coding
28. Which disability type is characterized by difficulty processing written text, often involving letter reversal or transposition? → Dyslexia
29. Which of the following best describes the social model of disability? → Disability results from barriers in society rather than individual impairments
30. Under the CPACC framework, which category of disability does obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) fall under? → Cognitive and neurological disabilities