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To specify an accessible sink, the depth of the basin should be a maximum of ________. Choose two of the following:

A. 5.5 inches depth in a counter 33 inches high.
B. 6 inches deep.
C. 6.5 inches depth in a counter 34 inches high.
D. 7 in deep in a counter 35 inches high.
E. 7.5 in deep in a counter 36 inches high.



Answer: A and C are correct. The dimensions must facilitate 27 inches knee clearance from the floor to the bottom of sink. Accessible counters are 34 in height max.

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