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to be disability-friendly have been utilized and enjoyed by people outside of the initial target population has encouraged inclusive design. The curb cut effect has helped prove that there could be economic benefits derived from including or developing accessibility accommodations in a business setting. Among positive implications, the curb cut effect has also resulted in negative changes, such as the lack of individualized design for disabled populations.
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