UPDATED ACTUAL Exam Questions and
CORRECT Answers
Standard Drink - CORRECT ANSWER - A benchmark to estimate the amount of alcohol
consumed, containing 0.6 ounces or 17 mL of pure alcohol.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) - CORRECT ANSWER - The amount of alcohol in
the bloodstream measured in milligrams found in 100 milliliters of blood.
Alcohol Metabolism - CORRECT ANSWER - The process where the body breaks down
alcohol using chemicals in the liver, eliminating it at an average rate of one drink per hour.
BAC Chart - CORRECT ANSWER - An estimate of BAC levels based on the number of
Standard Drinks consumed over time, considering factors like body type and sex.
Standard Drink Sizes - CORRECT ANSWER - Beer: 12 oz (341 mL) with 5% alc, Wine: 5
oz (142 mL) with 12% alc, Spirits: 1.5 oz (43 mL) with 40% alc.
Alcohol Content Measurement - CORRECT ANSWER - Measured by the percentage of
alcohol in a specific volume of liquid (ml or oz) in beer (4.5-9%), wine (6%-15%+), and spirits
(15%-40%+).
Alcohol Absorption vs. Metabolism - CORRECT ANSWER - Alcohol is absorbed faster
than it is metabolized, increasing BAC until the body eliminates it at a rate of one drink per hour.
Factors Affecting BAC - CORRECT ANSWER - Body size, body fat, fitness, age, sex,
food intake, drugs, caffeinated drinks, carbonated drinks, environment, and tolerance.
Legal Limits in Ontario - CORRECT ANSWER - BAC of 0.05+ leads to license
suspension, while 0.08+ is a criminal offense under the Highway Traffic Act.
, Signs of Intoxication - CORRECT ANSWER - Physical signs indicating changes in
appearance, movements, and vital signs due to alcohol consumption.
Slurred speech - CORRECT ANSWER - Difficulty articulating words clearly
Dilated pupils - CORRECT ANSWER - Enlarged pupils, often a sign of intoxication
Flushed face - CORRECT ANSWER - Redness in the face, indicating increased blood
flow
Memory loss - CORRECT ANSWER - Inability to remember events or details
Loss of balance - CORRECT ANSWER - Inability to maintain physical stability
Incoherent speech - CORRECT ANSWER - Speaking in a way that is unclear or
nonsensical
Excessive sweating - CORRECT ANSWER - Abnormal or profuse sweating
Slow breathing - CORRECT ANSWER - Reduced rate of respiration
Impaired decision-making - CORRECT ANSWER - Reduced ability to make sound
choices
Aggressive behavior - CORRECT ANSWER - Displaying hostility or violence
Fumbling with objects - CORRECT ANSWER - Having difficulty handling items with
coordination