Washington State Knowledge Test Alcohol, Drugs, and Driving 2

Question 1

What is the approximate time it takes for the liver to process one standard drink?

Accepted Answer

1 hour

Answer

The liver metabolizes approximately one standard drink per hour; this rate cannot be increased by eating, coffee, or exercise.

Question 2

In Washington, a commercial driver's BAC limit while operating a commercial vehicle is:

Accepted Answer

0.04%

Answer

Commercial drivers in Washington are held to a stricter BAC limit of 0.04%, half the standard limit for non-commercial drivers.

Question 3

Which factor most influences how alcohol affects an individual driver?

Accepted Answer

Body weight, gender, food consumed, and metabolism

Answer

Alcohol's effect on driving is influenced by body weight, gender, whether food was eaten, individual metabolism, and overall tolerance.

Question 4

Under Washington law, open containers of alcohol in a vehicle must be:

Accepted Answer

Sealed and placed in the trunk or out of reach of passengers

Answer

Washington's open container law requires all open alcohol containers to be sealed and stored in the trunk or an area not accessible to the driver or passengers.

Question 5

What is 'Drug Recognition Expert' (DRE) evaluation in Washington used for?

Accepted Answer

Identifying drug-impaired drivers at traffic stops

Answer

DRE officers are specially trained to identify signs of drug impairment in drivers who may not show alcohol intoxication on a breath test.

Washington State Knowledge Test Practice Test

Washington State Knowledge Test Practice Test

Washington State Knowledge Test Alcohol, Drugs, and Driving 2