Understanding Alcohol and Driving Risks

Alcohol may make a motorist ____ and ____ to think clearly.

After 2, 3, or 4 drinks, alcohol begins to impair:

What is the only thing that can make a person sober?

BAC is determined by:

In NJ it is illegal for an individual who is 21 and older to drive with a BAC of _____ or higher.

For individuals younger than 21 it is illegal to drive with a BAC of _____ or higher.

If a motorist has reached a BAC of _____ after drinking, the risk of causing a motor vehicle accident doubles.

Law enforcement is trained to notice certain telltale signs that a motorist has been drinking which include:

What may a host become involved in if a guest is involved in a D&D collision after a party?

After alcohol, what is the drug most often found with drivers involved in collisions?

Match the effects of marijuana use on a motorist:

How often should a motorist have their eyes tested?

List 3 ways to avoid drinking and driving.

Alcohol and Driving

Alcohol can cause motorists to become overconfident and unable to think clearly.
After consuming 2 to 4 drinks, alcohol significantly impairs reaction time, coordination, and balance.

Sobering Up

The only method to sober up is simply time; no other method is effective in reducing Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC).

Understanding BAC

Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) is influenced by the quantity of alcohol consumed, body weight, the pace of drinking, and food intake.
In New Jersey, it is illegal for individuals aged 21 and older to drive with a BAC of 0.08% or higher.
For those under 21, any BAC of 0.01% or higher is considered illegal.

Accident Risk

Reaching a BAC of 0.05% increases the risk of causing a motor vehicle accident to double.

Measuring Alcohol Consumption

One standard drink is defined as:
- 1.5 ounces of liquor
- 12 ounces of beer
- 5 ounces of wine.

Signs of Impaired Driving

Law enforcement identifies signs that indicate a motorist may have been drinking, including:
- Speeding
- Weaving
- Slow driving
- Jerking motions
- Quick stops

Liability for Hosts

Hosts of parties may face lawsuits if guests are involved in driving under the influence (DUI) collisions after the event.

Other Impairing Substances

Marijuana is the most commonly found drug, after alcohol, among drivers involved in collisions.
Marijuana can impair motorists in several ways, including:
- Loss of tracking ability
- Impaired distant judgment
- Reduced vigilance
- Divided attention

Vision Testing

Motorists should have their eyes tested every two years to ensure safe driving capabilities.

Avoiding Drinking and Driving

Three effective strategies to avoid drinking and driving include:
- Designating a sober driver
- Utilizing public transportation
- Calling a taxi.

This quiz explores the effects of alcohol on driving, including how it impairs reaction time and increases accident risk. Learn about Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) limits and the factors influencing BAC, as well as misconceptions about sobering up. Test your knowledge on alcohol consumption and its legal implications while driving.