Which one of the following statements about the benefits of universal design for all persons is the most accurate?
A) It is the right thing to do to allow access to the built environment for all persons including persons with disabilities.
B) A healthier population may be achieved with attention to the environmental barriers that impede healthy lifestyles for all persons, including those with chronic or disabling conditions.
C) The built environment refers to the naturally occurring features of the planet.
D) Access implies universal design.
Ans: B
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