Bartender Certification Bar Law and Liquor Regulations 3

Question 1

What is the term for the legal principle that holds alcohol sellers responsible for harm caused by intoxicated customers?

Accepted Answer

Dram shop liability

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Proximate liability

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Contributory negligence

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Strict product liability

Question 2

Which agency issues liquor licenses at the state level in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

State Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) agency

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Federal Trade Commission

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Department of Health

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Bureau of Labor Statistics

Question 3

What is a 'variance' in liquor licensing?

Accepted Answer

Special permission to operate outside normal licensing rules

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A standard pour measurement

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A difference in alcohol content between products

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A penalty for serving minors

Question 4

What does 'over-service' mean in the context of bartending law?

Accepted Answer

Serving alcohol to a person who is already visibly intoxicated

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Pouring drinks that are too large

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Charging too much for a drink

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Serving too many guests at once

Question 5

Which of the following is a common penalty for a bar that repeatedly violates liquor laws?

Accepted Answer

Suspension or revocation of the liquor license

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A warning letter only

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Mandatory staff retraining only

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A temporary price freeze on drinks

Question 6

In most U.S. states, what must a bartender do before serving a patron who appears to be approaching intoxication?

Accepted Answer

Offer food and water before any further alcohol

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Immediately refuse service and call police

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Ask for a second ID

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Consult with the bar manager and document the interaction