DMV California Drug and Alcohol Test #3
WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING ABOUT DRIVING AND USING DRUGS IS TRUE?
It is against the law to use any substance that makes it unsafe for you to drive safely—this includes prescription, over-the-counter, and illegal narcotics. If you are unsure whether taking the drug will impact your ability to drive, speak with your doctor or pharmacist and read the warning label.
Which of the following emotional distress types is safe to experience while driving?
Emotional distress itself may not pose a direct physical danger while driving, it can still impact a person's ability to focus, make decisions, and react appropriately, which can increase the risk of accidents. It is generally advisable to maintain a calm and focused emotional state while driving.
It is a particularly risky behavior to combine drinking alcohol with nighttime driving because
It is hazardous to drink alcohol and then get behind the wheel of a vehicle at night because your vision is already impaired. After all, it is dark outside and more challenging to see.
WHICH OF THE FOLLOWING DRIVING SKILLS ARE AFFECTED BY THE USE OF ALCOHOL AND/OR DRUGS?
Even a blood alcohol concentration of.02 percent can impair people's ability to react and coordinate their movements. It takes a more extended amount of time to respond. As one consumes more alcohol, their ability to control the car with their hands, feet, and eyes in response to other vehicles and the road is drastically reduced.
TRAFFIC COLLISIONS ARE THE MAIN CAUSE OF ALCOHOL-RELATED DEATHS, FOLLOWED BY ______.
Traffic collisions, homicides, and suicides can be significant factors contributing to alcohol-related deaths, it is important to note that the specific causes and rankings can vary depending on the region and the specific time period being considered. Alcohol misuse can lead to various health issues and risks that can contribute to premature death.
Which of the following substances can have an impact on a person's ability to operate a motor vehicle?
Any of the substances on this list has the potential to impair both the mental and physical abilities required for safe driving.
Which of the following factors does not influence how much alcohol is found in the blood?
The primary factor determining your blood alcohol content (BAC) is the amount of alcohol you consume. How much time passes between drinks—your body mass index.
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of an increase in the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of a driver?
As soon as you take even one sip of alcohol, the substance enters your bloodstream and begins to influence every process in your body, including your coordination, self-control, and reaction time. Waiting until the alcohol has left your bloodstream is the only way to "cure" the effects alcohol has on your brain.
EMPHYSEMA, HEART DISEASE, STROKE, IMPOTENCE, INFERTILITY, STRESS, AND CANCER OF MANY ORGANS ARE A FEW EFFECTS OF CHRONIC ____________ USE.
Chronic tobacco use can have significant adverse effects on health.
When you drive a vehicle in the United States, you have given your consent to the following:
When a person applies for a driver's license in any state, they automatically consent to "implied consent" laws, which require them to take field sobriety tests and chemical tests to determine their level of impairment if law enforcement officers ask them to do so.
WHICH OF THESE STATEMENTS IS TRUE ABOUT DRIVING AND TAKING DRUGS?
It is against the law to operate a motor vehicle under the influence of any substance that impairs your ability to drive safely, regardless of whether the meaning was obtained legally or illegally. If you are unsure whether or not taking the medication will affect your ability to go, you must check with your doctor or pharmacist and read the warning label.
Which of the following does not make young people more likely than older people to abuse alcohol and drugs?
"Having more opportunities to consume alcohol" is indeed one of the factors that can contribute to the increased likelihood of alcohol and drug abuse among young people.
Driving while intoxicated is prohibited for those who are 21 years of age or older if their blood alcohol content (BAC) is:
In many jurisdictions, including the United States, it is illegal for a person 21 years of age or older to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is 0.08% or higher. This is commonly referred to as the legal limit for driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI). If a driver's BAC exceeds this limit, they can be charged with a DUI/DWI offense.
BEFORE YOU GET BEHIND THE WHEEL AFTER YOU'VE BEEN PARTICIPATING IN ALCOHOLIC BEHAVIOR, YOU SHOULD BE AWARE THAT THE FIRST THINGS ALCOHOL AFFECTS ARE:
One of the many reasons drinking alcohol is so risky is because it impairs your judgment, which is affected by the parts of your brain responsible for controlling judgment and skill. Following consumption of an alcoholic beverage, the first thing that becomes impaired is a person's judgment.
Anyone who operates a motor vehicle in the state of California is required by law to submit to a chemical test to determine the amount of alcohol present in their blood, breath, or urine:
When a person applies for a driver's license in any state, they automatically consent to "implied consent" laws, which require them to take field sobriety tests and chemical tests to determine their level of impairment if law enforcement officers ask them to do so.
WHAT ARE THE REPERCUSSIONS OF DRIVING WHILE UNDER THE IMPACT OF ALCOHOLS OR OTHER DRUG
Driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs can result in various consequences.