CPACC Document and Media Accessibility Questions and Answers 4

Question 1

When creating an accessible PDF form, which technique ensures screen readers announce form fields correctly?

Accepted Answer

Associating labels with form fields using proper tagging

Answer

PDF form fields must have programmatically associated labels via proper tagging so assistive technologies can announce the field's purpose.

Question 2

Which WCAG success criterion specifically addresses the minimum contrast ratio for normal text at Level AA?

Accepted Answer

1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) — 4.5:1

Answer

WCAG 1.4.3 requires a contrast ratio of at least 4.5:1 for normal text to meet Level AA.

Question 3

A caption file for a video uses the identifier 'WEBVTT' at the top of the file. What format is this?

Accepted Answer

Web Video Text Tracks (WebVTT)

Answer

WebVTT files always begin with the 'WEBVTT' header and are the standard caption format for HTML5 video.

Question 4

An infographic in a Word document conveys complex data through color coding alone. Which remediation best addresses accessibility?

Accepted Answer

Provide a text-based summary or data table describing the information

Answer

A text-based summary or data table ensures users who cannot perceive color differences can still access the conveyed information.

Question 5

Which attribute in an HTML audio element provides a text transcript link for deaf users?

Accepted Answer

No native attribute exists; a transcript link must be placed adjacent to the element

Answer

HTML has no built-in attribute for audio transcripts; the accessible solution is to provide a visible transcript link adjacent to the audio element.

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