IntoxicationQuestion 46 of 80
A seller-server suspects a patron is intoxicated but is not certain. The safest professional approach is to:
a.Slow down service, offer water and food, and monitor closely before deciding to cut off
b.Immediately serve a double to test them
c.Assume they are fine and keep serving
d.Refuse to speak to the patron at all
Explanation
When unsure, a server can slow service, offer water and food, and observe the patron more closely before making a final decision. This buys time to assess and reduces the chance of over-serving. Testing a patron with a stronger drink would be reckless and illegal if they are intoxicated.
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