What percentage of cabinets must be damaged or missing to be considered a deficiency?

• A. 25%
• B. 60%
• C. 50%
• D. 75%

Answer: (C)

When evaluating cabinets, a deficiency is recognized when half or more of the cabinets in a cabinet bank are damaged or missing. This level shows a substantial loss of storage, access, and safety in that area, making the kitchen significantly unusable. So, fifty percent or more is the threshold that flags a deficiency. For a bank of six cabinets, three being damaged or missing would qualify; for eight cabinets, four or more would qualify. If fewer than half are damaged, it typically isn’t considered a deficiency for the entire bank, though those individual units may still require repair. Other percentages don’t match the standard threshold, because the point of classification is reached at 50 percent.