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Question

I. How does the Americans with Disabilities Act help the physically and

mentally challenged?

2. What were some of the changes that businesses had to make to comply w

this new law?

Answer

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) helps the physically and mentally challenged by prohibiting discrimination against them in employment, public services, public accommodations, and telecommunications. Businesses had to make changes such as providing accessible entrances, restrooms, and parking; making reasonable modifications to policies and procedures; and providing auxiliary aids and services to ensure effective communication with people with disabilities.

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The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment, public services, public accommodations, and telecommunications. It helps the physically and mentally challenged by ensuring that they have equal access to the same opportunities and benefits as everyone else. Businesses had to make changes to comply with the ADA, such as providing accessible entrances, restrooms, and parking; making reasonable modifications to policies and procedures; and providing auxiliary aids and services to ensure effective communication with people with disabilities. Other changes included providing accessible furniture and equipment, making sure that all areas of the business are accessible, and providing accessible signage.