Recognizing IntoxicationQuestion 41 of 80
What is 'tolerance' in the context of alcohol consumption?
a.A reduced outward response to alcohol from repeated use, though impairment still occurs
b.Immunity from legal BAC limits
c.A guarantee against intoxication
d.A faster rate of alcohol metabolism that lowers BAC
Explanation
Tolerance means a regular drinker may show fewer obvious signs at a given level of consumption, but their BAC still rises and their judgment and reflexes are still impaired. Tolerance does not change legal limits or the body's metabolism rate. Servers should not treat tolerant guests as safe to over-serve.
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