Checking IDsQuestion 52 of 80
Why is it useful to know the current year's cutoff birth date for legal drinking age?
a.To calculate the guest's tip
b.To recommend a drink
c.To decorate the menu
d.To quickly determine whether the birth date on an ID meets the 21 requirement
Explanation
Knowing the date on which a guest must have been born to be 21 today lets a server quickly judge whether an ID meets the legal age. Many establishments post this cutoff near the point of service. It reduces math errors during busy periods.
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