The Electoral College gives a numeric advantage in the election of the president to the smaller states, as the minimum number of electors for the small states is three compared to one for the election of representatives. On the other hand, the winner-take-all method of voting favors the larger states.
This clear width minimum is the minimum width for passage and not a sidewalk width recommendation [PROW Guide, Sec. 3.2.1]. The clear width is the width of section of the walkway that is completely free of obstacles, vertical obstructions and protruding objects. The 36 inch width is the minimum width required to provide sufficient space for a person who uses mobility aids to travel within the restricted space [ADAAG, Sec. 4.3]. However, restricting the pedestrian zone to 36 inches prevents passing and does not allow for 2-way travel.
Both ADA requirements and Specially Adapted Housing Minimum Property Requirements specify a minimum hallway width of 48, with a minimum doorway width of 36. Standard doorways in a new home are usually either 2'4, 2'6 or 2'8 wide, and according to North Carolina building code, the minimum width of a hallway is 36.inimum clear width for a wheelchair is 36 inches for a hall and 32 inches for a door. Minimum clear space for a T-shaped turn of 180 degrees is 36 inches in all directions. Minimum passage width for one wheelchair and one ambulatory person is 48 inches.