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WorksheetsEffects of Alcohol on Driving
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Effects of alcohol: Even a small amount
Alcohol consumption, even in small amounts, significantly increases the risk of accidents.
Alcohol has no effect on driving ability.
Small amounts of alcohol can improve reaction times.
Alcohol consumption is only dangerous in large quantities.
Years on probationary after completing driver education program
6 months
1 year
2 years
3 years
What is the Point System?
A method for calculating insurance premiums
A way for state to keep track of driving record
A system for evaluating employee performance
A technique for measuring academic achievement
Drinking and driving: Driver’s _ and _ are impaired.
senses and judgment
reflexes and speed
vision and hearing
concentration and memory
Marijuana can affect _ _
Divided attention
Memory retention
Physical coordination
Emotional stability
Safest way to avoid alcohol-related crashes
To drink in moderation and drive carefully.
The safest way is to avoid drinking and driving altogether.
To use a designated driver after drinking.
To only drink at home and not go out.
Signs law enforcement look for in drunk drivers
Weaving
Driving at a constant speed
Making wide turns
Sudden acceleration
Marijuana can reduce _.
vigilance
alertness
memory
anxiety
Marijuana can impair the ability to judge?
Distance judgment
Time estimation
Color recognition
Sound localization
Consequences of hosting a party where alcohol is served:
The host may face legal consequences if a guest is involved in a drinking and driving crash after leaving.
The host is responsible for providing transportation for all guests.
The host can be sued for any injuries that occur during the party.
The host must ensure that all guests are over the legal drinking age.
Driver Education Improvement Program, when do you enter?
Accumulating 12-14 points in 24 month period
Accumulating 8-10 points in 12 month period
Accumulating 15-20 points in 36 month period
Accumulating 5-7 points in 6 month period
The greatest number of people arrested for drinking and driving have been drinking:
Beer
Wine
Spirits
Cider
Law that states motorists on NJ roadways must submit breath test
Implied Consent Law
Breathalyzer Compliance Act
Motorist Responsibility Law
New Jersey Traffic Safety Act
What happens if you refuse breath test?
$1000 surcharge for 3 years and detained and taken to hospital to get blood drawn
No penalty, but a warning is issued
Immediate license suspension for 6 months
Mandatory attendance in a driving safety course
Alcohol equivalence between whiskey, beer, and wine
1.5 oz shot of whiskey = 12 oz bottle of beer = 5 oz glass of wine.
1 oz shot of whiskey = 10 oz bottle of beer = 4 oz glass of wine.
2 oz shot of whiskey = 16 oz bottle of beer = 6 oz glass of wine.
1.5 oz shot of whiskey = 8 oz bottle of beer = 4 oz glass of wine.
Privilege or right? and Why?
Privilege - can be taken away at any time.
Right - cannot be taken away.
Privilege - is guaranteed by law.
Right - is a social construct.
How bodyweight/size influences BAC
Larger bodyweight/size generally results in a lower BAC for the same amount of alcohol consumed.
Smaller bodyweight/size generally results in a lower BAC for the same amount of alcohol consumed.
Bodyweight/size has no effect on BAC regardless of alcohol consumed.
BAC is higher in individuals with larger bodyweight/size for the same amount of alcohol consumed.
What does IDRC stand for?
Intoxicated Driver Resource Center
International Development Research Center
Integrated Data Resource Center
Intelligent Data Recovery Center
Importance of food eaten in determining BAC
Food has no effect on BAC.
Food speeds up the absorption of alcohol, increasing BAC.
Food slows the absorption of alcohol, reducing BAC.
Food only affects BAC when consumed in large quantities.
How many points subtracted for 1 year of violation free driving?
1
2
3
4
