DMV Alcohol & Drugs Quiz

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Questions and Answers

If you drive after drinking, be aware that alcohol affects:

Your coordination

Your vision

Your judgment

All of these (correct)

What is the only effective way to reduce your blood alcohol content (BAC)?

Allow your body time to get rid of alcohol (correct)

Exercising

Drinking coffee

Taking a cold shower

What happens to your driver's license if you refuse to take a chemical test (breath or blood)?

There is no evidence to find you guilty of drunk driving

Your driver's license will be taken away (correct)

You cannot be arrested for drunk driving

None of these choices

What are the consequences that can result from driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs?

All of these choices Signup and view all the answers

Drinking coffee after drinking alcohol:

Has no effect on blood alcohol content Signup and view all the answers

A chemical test is used to measure:

Blood alcohol content Signup and view all the answers

It is illegal for a person under 21 years of age to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is:

0.01% -- One hundredth of one percent or more Signup and view all the answers

On average, the human body can dispose of the alcohol in 12 ounces of beer in about:

One hour Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does alcohol affect?

All of these choices Signup and view all the answers

If you drink alcohol socially, what helps ensure safe driving?

Ride home with a friend who has not been drinking Signup and view all the answers

What does alcohol do to your driving skills and judgment?

It harms both driving skills and judgment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true about BAC (blood alcohol content)?

The breathalyzer is a test of a person's BAC Signup and view all the answers

What effect does drinking alcohol and taking a prescription drug or over-the-counter medicine have?

The combination could multiply the effects of the alcohol Signup and view all the answers

Blood alcohol content (BAC) depends on each of the following except:

How physically fit you are Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following influences the effects of alcohol?

All three choices Signup and view all the answers

A driver who is taking a non-prescription drug should:

Read the labels on the drug before driving Signup and view all the answers

What kinds of drugs, other than alcohol, can affect your driving ability?

All of these choices Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does not happen after drinking?

You calm down so you can concentrate Signup and view all the answers

What effect might alcohol and another drug have when combined in your blood?

Increase the effects of both Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Effects of Alcohol on Driving

Alcohol impairs coordination, vision, and judgment, severely affecting driving capabilities.
A driver refusing a chemical test risks immediate suspension of their driver's license.
The average human body metabolizes alcohol at a rate of one hour for every 12 ounces of beer consumed.

Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)

The only effective means to lower BAC is time; coffee or exercise do not affected BAC levels.
For drivers under 21, a BAC of 0.01% or higher leads to a one-year license revocation.
Alcohol affects recovery from headlight glare, reaction time, and judgment of distances.

Consequences of Driving Under Influence

Driving under the influence may lead to imprisonment, mandatory fines, and revocation of the driver's license.
Consumption of alcohol alongside drugs magnifies their effects, posing serious risks to driving ability.
Driving while impaired can be a criminal offense, including the use of legal medications like cold remedies and allergy medications.

Safe Driving Alternatives

Designate a sober friend to drive home after social drinking events.
Read medication labels for warnings about driving; consult health professionals if unsure about the effects.

Alcohol and Drug Interactions

Combining alcohol with prescription or over-the-counter medications can dangerously amplify effects.
Non-prescription drugs, including allergy medications and marijuana, can impair driving ability just like alcohol.

Myths about Alcohol Consumption

Drinking coffee or taking cold showers does not cancel out alcohol’s effects; sobriety can only be achieved with time.
Alcohol does not help with concentrating or calming nerves while driving; rather, it leads to decreased alertness and slower reflexes.

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Description

Test your knowledge about the effects of alcohol and drugs on driving with this DMV quiz. It covers crucial questions regarding coordination, vision, and blood alcohol content. Prepare yourself for safe driving practices and ensure you understand the importance of responsible behavior behind the wheel.