IntoxicationQuestion 36 of 80
A regular who is normally quiet becomes loud, overly friendly, and starts making risky jokes after several drinks. This change is best described as:
a.A physical sign only
b.Irrelevant to service decisions
c.A behavioral sign of intoxication that should raise concern
d.Proof the patron is completely sober
Explanation
A noticeable shift in behavior, such as a quiet person becoming loud and uninhibited, is a behavioral sign of intoxication. Lowered inhibitions often appear before obvious physical impairment. Servers should slow or stop service when behavior changes markedly.
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