IntoxicationQuestion 33 of 80
Two patrons each drink three beers in one hour. One is a large man and one is a smaller woman. Which is generally true?
a.They will have identical BAC
b.The larger man will usually have a higher BAC
c.The smaller woman will usually reach a higher BAC than the larger man
d.Food and body size make no difference
Explanation
For the same amount of alcohol, a smaller person and, on average, a woman will typically reach a higher BAC than a larger man. Body weight and body composition affect how alcohol is distributed. Servers should judge each patron individually rather than assuming equal tolerance.
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