Accessibility Challenges for Visually Impaired in China

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What is the main challenge faced by Ma Yinqing, the visually impaired entrepreneur, when using her smartphone?

  • The smartphone is too slow and unresponsive.
  • Many apps emit only random words or beeps, making them inaccessible. (correct)
  • The screen reader on her smartphone is not working properly.
  • The smartphone's battery life is too short to be usable.

What is the goal of the Accessibility Research Association (ARA) in Shenzhen?

  • To raise awareness about the challenges faced by the visually impaired.
  • To collaborate with major internet companies to make apps more accessible. (correct)
  • To develop new technologies that can assist the visually impaired.
  • To provide training and support to visually impaired individuals.

What is the main complaint of software engineer Shen Guangrong, who is blind?

  • The screen reader on his smartphone is too slow, even at maximum speed. (correct)
  • The secure keyboards on many apps are not compatible with his screen reader.
  • The optical character recognition (OCR) technology is not accurate enough.
  • The apps he uses lack accessibility features, making them difficult to use.

What was the goal of China's first national standard for online accessibility introduced in 2020?

<p>To standardize the requirements for internet products and services to be considered accessible. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What technology does the text mention as helping screen readers scan images for text?

<p>Optical character recognition (OCR). (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Shen Guangrong's main advocacy for in regards to information accessibility?

<p>Calling for better information accessibility, including developing accessible software. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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