Questions and Answers
What does a chemical test measure?
Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)
What effect might alcohol and another drug have when combined in your blood?
Increase the effects of both.
Drinking alcohol and driving is not a serious traffic safety problem.
False
Who does driving under the influence of alcohol affect?
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Drinking coffee after consuming alcohol has an effect on blood alcohol content.
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What can help ensure safe driving after drinking alcohol socially?
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Which of the following influences the effects of alcohol? (Select all that apply)
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Which of the following does alcohol affect? (Select all that apply)
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Blood alcohol content (BAC) depends on each of the following except?
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What does alcohol do to your driving skills and judgement?
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On average, how long does it take for the human body to dispose of the alcohol in 12 ounces of beer?
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What happens to your driver's license if you refuse to take a chemical test?
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What is the only effective way to reduce your blood alcohol content (BAC)?
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Which statement is true about BAC (blood alcohol content)?
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After drinking, you calm down so you can concentrate.
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What are the consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs? (Select all that apply)
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What should a driver taking a non-prescription drug do before driving?
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What effect does drinking alcohol and taking a prescription drug have?
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In this state, what BAC is evidence of intoxication?
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What kinds of drugs, other than alcohol, can affect your driving ability? (Select all that apply)
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Study Notes
Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)
- Chemical tests measure Blood Alcohol Content (BAC).
- BAC of 0.08% indicates intoxication in most states.
Effects of Alcohol and Other Drugs
- Combining alcohol with other drugs increases the effects of both substances.
- Alcohol affects recovery from headlight glare, reaction time, and distance judgment.
Drinking and Driving
- Drinking alcohol while driving is a serious traffic safety issue.
- Driving under the influence is a problem for all drivers, regardless of their alcohol consumption.
- Coffee does not lower BAC and does not aid in sober driving.
Safe Driving Practices
- To ensure safe driving after social drinking, ride with a sober friend.
- Non-prescription drug users must read labels to understand potential driving effects.
Factors Influencing Alcohol Effects
- Alcohol effects vary based on the amount of food in the stomach, body weight, and time between drinks.
Body's Alcohol Processing
- On average, the body eliminates the alcohol in 12 ounces of beer in about one hour.
- Time is the only effective method to reduce BAC; no quick fixes exist.
Consequences of Refusing Tests and DUI
- Refusing a chemical test (breath or blood) results in the confiscation of a driver's license.
- Consequences of DUI include possible imprisonment, mandatory fines, and license revocation.
Misconceptions about Alcohol
- After drinking, individuals do not gain the ability to concentrate; instead, impairment occurs.
- Alcohol can magnify the effects of prescription or over-the-counter medications.
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Test your knowledge on the effects of alcohol and other drugs, especially in relation to driving. This quiz covers important concepts like Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) and the dangers of combining substances. Perfect for preparing for your DMV tests!
