Public Buildings in the United States Are Required to Be

question 20

Multiple Choice

Public buildings in the United States are required to be accessible to the disabled and,as a result,almost all have an elevator.What would be an example of a positive,direct incentive for those who can use stairs?

• A) Using the stairs will make it seem that you care about your health and that you are not lazy.
• B) Using the stairs will increase the risk of tripping and falling.
• C) Using the stairs will take more time than taking the elevator and will increase the risk of missing an important meeting.
• D) Using the stairs will give you some exercise and make you healthier.
• E) Using the stairs will put elevator repair professionals out of work.

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Sociocultural Model

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