Why Do Public Bathroom Stalls Have Gaps?

You thought this is an intern's fault? Nope! There are practical reasons why public bathroom stalls don't go all the way to the floor and have gaps:

Waiting times are usually shorter when bathroom stalls have gaps.
Source: IMAGO / CHROMORANGE

Reason #4: You Don't Have to Wait as Long

Another advantage of those kind of bathroom doors is that it's much easier to discern whether a bathroom stall is occupied or not. In some cases, this can lead to shorter waiting times (which is especially important when it comes to women's bathrooms!).