TIPS Certification Questions & Answers 2025: A+ Gold Standard for
Responsible Service
Stuvia 5-Star Gold
May 2025
2025 TIPS Certification A+ Gold Q&A for Responsible Service
This A+ gold standard Q&A prepares you for the TIPS Certification 2025 exam, covering U.S. alcohol
laws, responsible beverage service, intoxication recognition, intervention techniques, and legal liabilities.
It includes 30 high-yield questions: 20 multiple-choice (1 mark each, 20 marks), 5 scenario-based (2
marks each, 10 marks), and 5 analysis (2 marks each, 10 marks). Total: 40 marks. Verified answers and
secret hints and helpers ensure Stuvia 5-star quality. Use a separate answer sheet for multiple-choice.
Content aligns with U.S. TIPS standards; check local requirements for variations.
Section A: Multiple-Choice Questions (20 marks)
Answer all questions. Select the best answer. No negative marking.
1. Per 23 U.S.C. ğ 158, the U.S. minimum drinking age is:
A) 18 B) 21 C) 19 D) 20
Secret Hint and Helper: Recall federal alcohol policy.
Correct Answer: B. 21.
2. The BAC limit for legal driving in the U.S. is:
A) 0.05Secret Hint and Helper: Focus on DUI thresholds.
Correct Answer: B. 0.08
3. Dram shop laws penalize servers for:
A) Refusing service B) Serving minors or visibly intoxicated patrons C) Training staff D)
Overpricing drinks
Secret Hint and Helper: Think of liability for harm.
Correct Answer: B. Serving minors or visibly intoxicated patrons.
4. TIPS training emphasizes:
A) Food safety B) Responsible alcohol service C) Event planning D) Inventory management
Secret Hint and Helper: Recall TIPSs primary goal.
Correct Answer: B. Responsible alcohol service.
5. A behavioral cue of intoxication is:
A) Ordering snacks B) Aggressive behavior C) Clear speech D) Polite manners
Secret Hint and Helper: Focus on emotional cues.
Correct Answer: B. Aggressive behavior.
6. To verify age, check ID for patrons appearing under:
A) 25 B) 30 C) 21 D) 35
Secret Hint and Helper: Think of strict ID policies.
Correct Answer: B. 30.
7. An intervention strategy includes:
A) Serving doubles B) Suggesting food or water C) Speeding service D) Raising prices
Secret Hint and Helper: Focus on slowing consumption.
Correct Answer: B. Suggesting food or water.
8. Servers are legally required to:
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Responsible Service
Stuvia 5-Star Gold
May 2025
2025 TIPS Certification A+ Gold Q&A for Responsible Service
This A+ gold standard Q&A prepares you for the TIPS Certification 2025 exam, covering U.S. alcohol
laws, responsible beverage service, intoxication recognition, intervention techniques, and legal liabilities.
It includes 30 high-yield questions: 20 multiple-choice (1 mark each, 20 marks), 5 scenario-based (2
marks each, 10 marks), and 5 analysis (2 marks each, 10 marks). Total: 40 marks. Verified answers and
secret hints and helpers ensure Stuvia 5-star quality. Use a separate answer sheet for multiple-choice.
Content aligns with U.S. TIPS standards; check local requirements for variations.
Section A: Multiple-Choice Questions (20 marks)
Answer all questions. Select the best answer. No negative marking.
1. Per 23 U.S.C. ğ 158, the U.S. minimum drinking age is:
A) 18 B) 21 C) 19 D) 20
Secret Hint and Helper: Recall federal alcohol policy.
Correct Answer: B. 21.
2. The BAC limit for legal driving in the U.S. is:
A) 0.05Secret Hint and Helper: Focus on DUI thresholds.
Correct Answer: B. 0.08
3. Dram shop laws penalize servers for:
A) Refusing service B) Serving minors or visibly intoxicated patrons C) Training staff D)
Overpricing drinks
Secret Hint and Helper: Think of liability for harm.
Correct Answer: B. Serving minors or visibly intoxicated patrons.
4. TIPS training emphasizes:
A) Food safety B) Responsible alcohol service C) Event planning D) Inventory management
Secret Hint and Helper: Recall TIPSs primary goal.
Correct Answer: B. Responsible alcohol service.
5. A behavioral cue of intoxication is:
A) Ordering snacks B) Aggressive behavior C) Clear speech D) Polite manners
Secret Hint and Helper: Focus on emotional cues.
Correct Answer: B. Aggressive behavior.
6. To verify age, check ID for patrons appearing under:
A) 25 B) 30 C) 21 D) 35
Secret Hint and Helper: Think of strict ID policies.
Correct Answer: B. 30.
7. An intervention strategy includes:
A) Serving doubles B) Suggesting food or water C) Speeding service D) Raising prices
Secret Hint and Helper: Focus on slowing consumption.
Correct Answer: B. Suggesting food or water.
8. Servers are legally required to:
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