Website Design Web Accessibility Standards 2

Question 1

What WCAG conformance level is typically considered the minimum acceptable standard for US government websites?

Accepted Answer

Level AA

Answer

WCAG 2.1 Level AA is the standard required by Section 508 and most US accessibility regulations for government and federal websites.

Question 2

What does 'focus indicator' refer to in web accessibility?

Accepted Answer

The visible outline or highlight showing which element is currently keyboard-focused

Answer

A focus indicator is the visual highlight (often a border or outline) that shows keyboard users which element is currently selected.

Question 3

What attribute must form inputs have for accessibility?

Accepted Answer

A properly associated <label> element

Answer

Form inputs must have a properly associated <label> element so screen readers can announce what each field is when users navigate to it.

Question 4

What does 'color blindness' mean for web designers?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring information is not conveyed by color alone

Answer

For color blindness accessibility, designers must ensure information is never conveyed by color alone — always include icons, text, or patterns too.

Question 5

What is an 'accessible name' in web accessibility?

Accepted Answer

The text label that assistive technologies announce for an interactive element

Answer

An accessible name is the text that screen readers announce for buttons, links, and inputs so users understand the element's purpose.

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