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.
minimum clear width of a stairway at or below the handrail, when one is required, is 31 Â½ inches, and 27. inches where two are required. Stair trim, stringers and other features may reduce the stairway width as. long as they do not extend beyond the allowable handrail projection. There is a width exception for. spiral stairways. The maximum riser height is 8 Â¼ inches and the minimum tread depth is 9 inches. Open risers are permitted provided the vertical opening between treads does not permit the passage of a. 4-inch-diameter sphere in stairways which have a rise exceeding 30 inches.