SMARTSERVE Alcohol Effects on the Body

Question 1

Which organ is primarily responsible for metabolizing alcohol in the body?

Accepted Answer

The liver

Answer

The liver is the primary organ responsible for metabolizing alcohol, breaking it down at a rate of approximately one standard drink per hour.

Question 2

Approximately how long does it take the liver to process one standard drink?

Accepted Answer

One hour

Answer

The liver metabolizes approximately one standard drink per hour, meaning BAC cannot be reduced faster than this rate.

Question 3

Which part of the brain is affected first by alcohol, leading to initial feelings of relaxation and lowered inhibitions?

Accepted Answer

The prefrontal cortex (frontal lobe)

Answer

The prefrontal cortex, responsible for judgment and impulse control, is among the first brain regions impaired by alcohol, causing relaxation and disinhibition.

Question 4

What effect does alcohol have on reaction time?

Accepted Answer

It slows reaction time by depressing the central nervous system

Answer

Alcohol depresses the central nervous system, which significantly slows reaction time and impairs coordination even at relatively low BAC levels.

Question 5

What is the approximate BAC at which a person's driving ability is considered legally impaired in Ontario?

Accepted Answer

0.08%

Answer

In Ontario, a BAC of 0.08% (80 mg of alcohol per 100 mL of blood) is the legal limit above which a driver is considered criminally impaired.

SMARTSERVE - Smart Serve Ontario Practice Test

SMARTSERVE - Smart Serve Ontario Practice Test

SMARTSERVE Alcohol Effects on the Body