ID & MinorsQuestion 69 of 80
Which practice best reduces a seller-server's risk when checking IDs?
a.Checking ID for anyone who appears under a set age such as 30 or 40
b.Physically handling and inspecting the card
c.Calculating age from the date of birth every time
d.All of the above
Explanation
Carding everyone who looks under a generous age threshold, handling the card to inspect it, and calculating age from the birth date together form strong ID-check practice. Using all of these habits catches more fakes and underage attempts. Consistency across every customer is the key.
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