GATE 2025 AR — Planning – Question 23
Which universal-design principle minimises hazards and adverse consequences of accidental or unintended actions?
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Correct answer: (B) Tolerance for error
Explanation
Tolerance for error addresses mistakes, unintended actions and their consequences, so B. It can be supported by fail-safe features, warnings and protective arrangements. The other principles focus on adaptability, communication or comprehensibility rather than this specific safety aim.