Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies (CPACC) — Question 52

Which is included as a purpose of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities?

Answer options

• A. To assist persons with disabilities in participating on an equal basis
• B. To identify emerging assistive technologies
• C. To protect businesses when hiring persons with disabilities
• D. To assist persons with disabilities to receive government benefits

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, emphasizes the convention's aim to ensure that persons with disabilities can engage in society on equal grounds. Options B, C, and D do not align with the primary purposes of the convention, as they focus on technology, business interests, and government benefits rather than equality and participation.