BMV Alcohol, Drugs, and Impaired Driving Laws 3

Question 1

Which of the following contains the same amount of pure alcohol as a 12-ounce regular beer?

Accepted Answer

1.5 oz of 80-proof liquor

Answer

A standard drink is 0.6 oz of pure alcohol, equivalent to 12 oz of beer (5%), 5 oz of wine (12%), or 1.5 oz of 80-proof liquor.

Question 2

What does BAC stand for?

Accepted Answer

Blood Alcohol Concentration

Answer

BAC stands for Blood Alcohol Concentration, which measures the percentage of alcohol in a person's bloodstream.

Question 3

Can you legally drive in Indiana with an open container of alcohol in the passenger area?

Accepted Answer

No, open containers are prohibited in the passenger area of any vehicle

Answer

Indiana's open container law prohibits any open alcoholic beverage container in the passenger area of a vehicle on a public road.

Question 4

Which of the following factors affects how quickly alcohol is absorbed into the bloodstream?

Accepted Answer

Body weight, food consumption, and the rate of drinking

Answer

Absorption rate is affected by body weight, whether food is in the stomach, gender, and how quickly drinks are consumed.

Question 5

What is true about drinking coffee to sober up after drinking alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Coffee makes you feel more alert but does not reduce BAC or impairment

Answer

Coffee may make an impaired person feel more awake but does not reduce BAC or restore driving ability — only time eliminates alcohol.

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