TABC Basic TABC 2

Question 1

Under Texas law, what is the maximum legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) for a driver aged 21 or older who is not commercially licensed?

Accepted Answer

0.08%

Answer

Texas sets the legal BAC limit at 0.08% for non-commercial drivers 21 and older.

Question 2

A customer orders a drink but appears to already be intoxicated. What should the server do?

Accepted Answer

Refuse service and offer food, water, or a ride

Answer

Servers must refuse alcohol to intoxicated patrons and may offer food, water, or alternate transportation.

Question 3

Which form of identification is generally NOT acceptable proof of age when selling alcohol in Texas?

Accepted Answer

A photocopy of a driver's license

Answer

A photocopy is not an acceptable ID because it cannot be verified as authentic and unaltered.

Question 4

What does the term 'dram shop liability' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Liability of a business for harm caused by illegally serving a patron

Answer

Dram shop laws hold establishments liable for injuries caused by patrons who were served while obviously intoxicated.

Question 5

A patron's ID shows they turn 21 tomorrow. Can you legally sell them alcohol today?

Accepted Answer

No, they must be 21 on the day of purchase

Answer

A person must have already reached their 21st birthday; being one day short is still underage.

Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission Certification (TABC) Practice Test