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AIM TO SERVE RESPONSIBLE BEVERAGE SERVICE
TRAINING EXAM NEWEST 2025/2026 NEWEST ACTUAL
EXAM WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+|
What is the relationship between prior disciplinary history and
penalties? - ANSWER-A history of prior disciplinary actions can
lead to increased penalties for new violations.
What is the purpose of documenting an alcohol incident? -
ANSWER-To confirm the information is true and correct,
especially if the manager was involved, someone was hurt or ill, a
cab was called, a guest was slowed down or cut off, or police
were called.
What are some acceptable forms of ID for verifying a guest's
age? - ANSWER-State issued driver's licenses, state issued
identification cards, military IDs, government issued passports,
and resident green cards.
What characteristics must a legally acceptable ID have? -
ANSWER-It must be issued by a government agency, contain the
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name, date of birth, photograph, and physical description of the ID
holder, and have a valid expiration date.
What are some unacceptable forms of ID? - ANSWER-Expired
IDs, obviously altered IDs, IDs belonging to someone else,
novelty IDs, Social Security cards, employer IDs, gun permits,
birth certificates, and voter registration cards.
What are the three classifications of IDs that should not be
accepted? - ANSWER-Fake IDs, altered IDs, and borrowed IDs.
What should you check for when verifying a fake ID? - ANSWER-
Check the size, thickness, color, placement of information, font
size, photography for glare, phrases indicating it is not a
government document, and security features.
What signs indicate an altered ID? - ANSWER-Scratched or
bleached out numbers, peeled laminate, rough spots, and issues
with security features.
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What steps should you take to verify a borrowed ID? - ANSWER-
Compare the photograph and physical identifiers to the
cardholder, ask the cardholder to verify data, obtain a signature
for comparison, and be cautious of expired or duplicate IDs.
What is the legal defense for an alcohol server who mistakenly
serves a minor with a fake ID? - ANSWER-If the server diligently
inspects the ID and reasonably concludes it is acceptable, they
have a defense against selling to a minor.
What is the first step in the proper procedure for checking IDs? -
ANSWER-Ask the guest to remove the ID from their wallet while
observing their coordination skills for signs of intoxication.
Why is it important to check the expiration date of an ID? -
ANSWER-An expired ID has a greater chance of being borrowed
or passed on to a minor.
What should you do if you encounter a questionable ID? -
ANSWER-Request backup documentation and reject any
questionable cards.
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What should you document if a guest or employee becomes ill
due to alcohol service? - ANSWER-Document the incident as it
may require managerial involvement and serves as important
evidence.
When should you involve law enforcement in an alcohol incident?
- ANSWER-If the police are called or if there is a serious incident
involving guests or employees.
What role does social media play in documenting alcohol service
incidents? - ANSWER-It may provide information on the location
and timeline of events, serving as documentation and evidence.
What should you look for when checking the photograph on an
ID? - ANSWER-Ensure that the photograph matches the
cardholder and check for any signs of alteration.
What is a helpful hint when asking a guest for their ID? -
ANSWER-Watch how the guest removes the ID from their wallet
to assess their coordination and possible signs of intoxication.
AIM TO SERVE RESPONSIBLE BEVERAGE SERVICE
TRAINING EXAM NEWEST 2025/2026 NEWEST ACTUAL
EXAM WITH COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED
ANSWERS |ALREADY GRADED A+|
What is the relationship between prior disciplinary history and
penalties? - ANSWER-A history of prior disciplinary actions can
lead to increased penalties for new violations.
What is the purpose of documenting an alcohol incident? -
ANSWER-To confirm the information is true and correct,
especially if the manager was involved, someone was hurt or ill, a
cab was called, a guest was slowed down or cut off, or police
were called.
What are some acceptable forms of ID for verifying a guest's
age? - ANSWER-State issued driver's licenses, state issued
identification cards, military IDs, government issued passports,
and resident green cards.
What characteristics must a legally acceptable ID have? -
ANSWER-It must be issued by a government agency, contain the
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name, date of birth, photograph, and physical description of the ID
holder, and have a valid expiration date.
What are some unacceptable forms of ID? - ANSWER-Expired
IDs, obviously altered IDs, IDs belonging to someone else,
novelty IDs, Social Security cards, employer IDs, gun permits,
birth certificates, and voter registration cards.
What are the three classifications of IDs that should not be
accepted? - ANSWER-Fake IDs, altered IDs, and borrowed IDs.
What should you check for when verifying a fake ID? - ANSWER-
Check the size, thickness, color, placement of information, font
size, photography for glare, phrases indicating it is not a
government document, and security features.
What signs indicate an altered ID? - ANSWER-Scratched or
bleached out numbers, peeled laminate, rough spots, and issues
with security features.
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What steps should you take to verify a borrowed ID? - ANSWER-
Compare the photograph and physical identifiers to the
cardholder, ask the cardholder to verify data, obtain a signature
for comparison, and be cautious of expired or duplicate IDs.
What is the legal defense for an alcohol server who mistakenly
serves a minor with a fake ID? - ANSWER-If the server diligently
inspects the ID and reasonably concludes it is acceptable, they
have a defense against selling to a minor.
What is the first step in the proper procedure for checking IDs? -
ANSWER-Ask the guest to remove the ID from their wallet while
observing their coordination skills for signs of intoxication.
Why is it important to check the expiration date of an ID? -
ANSWER-An expired ID has a greater chance of being borrowed
or passed on to a minor.
What should you do if you encounter a questionable ID? -
ANSWER-Request backup documentation and reject any
questionable cards.
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What should you document if a guest or employee becomes ill
due to alcohol service? - ANSWER-Document the incident as it
may require managerial involvement and serves as important
evidence.
When should you involve law enforcement in an alcohol incident?
- ANSWER-If the police are called or if there is a serious incident
involving guests or employees.
What role does social media play in documenting alcohol service
incidents? - ANSWER-It may provide information on the location
and timeline of events, serving as documentation and evidence.
What should you look for when checking the photograph on an
ID? - ANSWER-Ensure that the photograph matches the
cardholder and check for any signs of alteration.
What is a helpful hint when asking a guest for their ID? -
ANSWER-Watch how the guest removes the ID from their wallet
to assess their coordination and possible signs of intoxication.
