Drinking and Driving-How alcohol affects the body

Where is alcohol primarily absorbed into the bloodstream?

• Stomach

• Small intestine

• Liver

• Kidneys

What does BAC stand for?

• Body Alcohol Count

• Blood Alcohol Concentration

• Brain Alcohol Content

• Breath Alcohol Count

How does eating food affect alcohol absorption?

• It speeds up absorption

• It has no effect

• It slows down absorption

• It increases intoxication

How much alcohol can the liver typically remove per hour?

• About one unit

• About two units

• About half a unit

• It varies greatly by person

Which of the following is NOT an effect of alcohol on driving ability?

• Impaired decision-making

• Improved spatial awareness

• Reduced hand-eye coordination

• Blurred vision