TAM Card Alcohol's Effects on Body 2

Question 1

At what blood alcohol concentration (BAC) does Nevada law consider a person legally impaired for driving?

Accepted Answer

0.08%

Answer

Nevada law sets the legal limit for DUI at 0.08% BAC for drivers 21 and older under NRS 484C.110.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Liver

Answer

The liver metabolizes approximately 90-95% of consumed alcohol through enzymatic breakdown.

Question 3

How does alcohol primarily affect the central nervous system?

Accepted Answer

It acts as a depressant

Answer

Alcohol is classified as a central nervous system depressant, slowing brain function and neural activity.

Question 4

What is the approximate rate at which an average person metabolizes alcohol?

Accepted Answer

One standard drink per hour

Answer

The average human body metabolizes approximately one standard drink per hour, regardless of body size or tolerance level.

Question 5

Which factor does NOT significantly affect how quickly alcohol impacts an individual?

Accepted Answer

Hair color

Answer

Hair color has no physiological connection to alcohol absorption or metabolism rates.

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