Accessibility · Middle · Question 16 of 75

What is the difference between `role="status"` and `role="alert"`?

1status is for images; alert is for buttons and links
2status is polite; alert is assertive and for important messages
3status needs focus; alert is only shown visually

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Correct answer: status is polite; alert is assertive and for important messages

Explanation

"3 results found" is a status. "Payment failed" is an alert. Neither moves focus.

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