Which of the following is an example of an auxiliary aid or service for communication?

• A. Sign language interpreters, real-time captioning, assistive listening devices, TTY, Braille, and large print
• B. Printed menus in English only
• C. A ramp at the entrance
• D. A security guard at the door

Answer: (A)

Auxiliary aids and services are supports that help people with disabilities access information and communicate effectively. The list of examples—sign language interpreters, real-time captioning, assistive listening devices, TTY, Braille, and large print—are all direct tools or services that make communication possible for individuals with hearing, vision, or speech impairments. They address how information is conveyed and understood in real time, which is the heart of what auxiliary aids and services are meant to do.

A ramp at the entrance, while essential for physical access, addresses mobility rather than communication. Printed menus in English only can create a language or literacy barrier and don’t constitute a formal communication accommodation. A security guard at the door serves safety and access control, not communication support.