CORRECT ANSWERS | VERIFIED | UPDATED
(2026)
1. Which neighborhood quality of life issue is most affected by the overuse
of alcohol?
a. Property values
b. Noise ✅
c. Traffic congestion
d. Homelessness
Rationale: Noise disturbances are one of the most common consequences of alcohol
overuse in communities. Loud parties, disturbances near bars, and public intoxication
contribute directly to complaints and quality of life issues. While traffic congestion and
property values can be indirectly affected, noise is the most immediate and
measurable factor.
2. Irresponsible alcohol sales in a community typically lead to an increase in:
a. Calls to law enforcement ✅
b. Home values
c. Car and home insurance rates
d. Drug overdoses
Rationale: Communities with irresponsible alcohol sales often experience higher
rates of crime and disorderly behavior, prompting more calls to law enforcement.
While other consequences like insurance claims or drug overdoses can occur, the
immediate measurable impact is increased law enforcement activity.
,3. Which symptom is associated with alcohol-impaired driving?
a. Increased heart rate
b. Breathing difficulties
c. Reduced coordination ✅
d. Hearing loss
Rationale: Alcohol impairs the central nervous system, affecting motor coordination
and reaction time. This reduced coordination is a key symptom that makes operating a
vehicle dangerous. Other symptoms may occur, but they are less directly related to
driving impairment.
4. A person may experience very harmful effects when mixing alcohol with:
a. Recreational or illegal drugs ✅
b. Caffeine
c. Fatty foods
d. Nicotine
Rationale: Combining alcohol with recreational or illegal drugs can increase toxicity,
depress the central nervous system, or create unpredictable reactions. This can lead
to overdose, accidents, or severe health consequences. Caffeine or food does not
significantly alter alcohol’s harmful effects.
5. What is the best way to sober up an intoxicated person?
a. Fresh air
b. Cold shower
c. Drinking lots of water
d. Only time will sober up an intoxicated person ✅
Rationale: The liver metabolizes alcohol at a constant rate, and no external method
accelerates this process. Time is the only way for the body to eliminate alcohol.
Attempts like showers, coffee, or water may make the person feel temporarily alert
but do not reduce BAC.
,6. What does "BAC" mean?
a. Basic alcohol course
b. Blood alcohol concentration ✅
c. Business alcohol control
d. Beverage alcohol consumption
Rationale: BAC measures the percentage of alcohol in a person’s bloodstream. It is
the standard metric used by law enforcement and medical professionals to determine
intoxication levels and legal driving limits.
7. Which statement is true regarding people with a high tolerance to
alcohol?
a. They are better at hiding their intoxication ✅
b. Their bodies eliminate alcohol more quickly
c. Their decision-making ability is rarely impaired
d. They are immune to getting drunk
Rationale: People with high tolerance may appear less intoxicated because their
bodies have adapted to alcohol’s effects. However, their cognitive impairment and risk
behaviors are still affected. Tolerance does not eliminate intoxication or speed up
alcohol metabolism.
8. Intoxication can occur with as little as:
a. 1 drink
b. 3 drinks
c. 2 drinks ✅
d. 4 drinks
, Rationale: Depending on body weight, gender, and metabolism, alcohol effects can
begin after just 1–2 drinks. Intoxication can occur quickly, even with moderate alcohol
consumption. The threshold varies, but two drinks are often enough to impair
coordination and judgment.
9. A patron staggers when walking. The patron may be exhibiting:
a. Slowed reaction times ✅
b. Increased alertness
c. Enhanced coordination
d. Improved judgment
Rationale: Staggering is a clear sign of impaired motor function due to alcohol.
Slowed reaction time and decreased coordination put the patron at higher risk of
accidents. These behaviors are key indicators for RBS personnel to intervene.
10. Serving alcohol to a visibly intoxicated person can result in:
a. Legal liability ✅
b. Free drinks
c. Better customer reviews
d. Reduced insurance costs
Rationale: Laws prohibit serving alcohol to visibly intoxicated patrons. Failing to
comply can lead to fines, lawsuits, and criminal charges. Proper RBS practices protect
both the establishment and its customers.
11. Which factor affects a person’s blood alcohol concentration the most?
a. Gender ✅