SMARTSERVE Identifying Intoxication

Question 1

Which of the following is an early sign of intoxication to watch for in a patron?

Accepted Answer

Becoming louder and more talkative than usual

Answer

Ordering a second drink

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Asking for the menu

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Paying with cash

Question 2

A patron begins slurring their words while placing an order. This is a sign of which stage of intoxication?

Accepted Answer

Moderate to advanced intoxication

Answer

Sobriety

Answer

Early intoxication

Answer

A medical condition unrelated to alcohol

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a reliable method to determine a patron's level of intoxication?

Accepted Answer

Asking them how they feel

Answer

Observing their balance and coordination

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Monitoring how many drinks they have had

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Watching changes in their behavior over time

Question 4

What does a patron stumbling or having difficulty walking indicate?

Accepted Answer

They are showing physical signs of intoxication

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They are tired from a long day

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They may have a visual impairment

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They need to eat more food

Question 5

A patron who was cheerful and friendly becomes suddenly aggressive and argumentative. What might this indicate?

Accepted Answer

A sign of advancing intoxication affecting emotional control

Answer

They received bad news

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They are dissatisfied with their food

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A personality trait unrelated to alcohol

Question 6

Which of the following should a server track to best monitor a patron's intoxication level?

Accepted Answer

The time of arrival, number of drinks consumed, and behavioral changes

Answer

The patron's credit score

Answer

Whether the patron is alone or with friends

Answer

The patron's food order only