Quick Quiz

(NAPSA)—Seeif you can rise to the occasion and get a high grade in this short quiz on carpets in the classroom. CLASSROOM —< 1. The only reason to add carpet in the classroom is to add to the aesthetic appeal(a) true (b) false? 2. Carpets bring safety to the learning environment (a) true (b) false? Tr Oo ee Dl 3. Dust and allergens that fall to the carpet stay there (a) true (b) false? LL ofe ae no OD t se 4, Carpets have no effect on the growth of mold and mildew on the floor (a) true (b) false? Answers 1. (b) False. Carpet in schools also adds to the comfort of a learning environment, acting as an insulator and helping to keep classrooms cozy. 2. (a) True. The traction carpet provides greatly reduces the possibility of slips and falls in the schools. Also, slips and falls on a carpeted surface will be less painful. 3. (a) True. Dust and allergens thatfall to the carpet stay on the carpet until they are vacuumed out by a Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI)-approved vacuum cleaner. 4. (b) False. Clean and dry carpet does prevent the growth of mold and mildew. For more information on carpet and the ideal learning environment visit www.carpet-schools.com. Note to Editors: This article is one in a series of 6 to educate the public about the health and safety benefits of carpet and rugs in addition to the importance of maintaining proper care of them.