ServSafe Alcohol Practice Exam

Which action can help prevent a guest from becoming intoxicated?

1. serving one drink at a time

2. offering bread or other carbohydrates

3. over pouring drinks

4. offering a guest approaching intoxication a beer instead of a martini

The correct answer is: serving one drink at a time

Serving one drink at a time is an effective strategy to help prevent a guest from becoming intoxicated because it allows for better control over the amount of alcohol being consumed. When guests are provided with multiple drinks at once, they may consume them more quickly and become unaware of their intoxication level. By limiting the number of drinks, servers can monitor the guest's intake and provide opportunities for breaks, encouraging moderation and allowing time for the alcohol to metabolize. While offering bread or other carbohydrates can also help slow down alcohol absorption, it does not directly manage the pace of consumption. Over pouring drinks would likely lead to increased alcohol consumption, heightening the possibility of intoxication. Lastly, suggesting a beer over a martini does not necessarily address the overall volume of alcohol the guest will consume, as different drinks have varying alcohol content and may not effectively mitigate the risk of intoxication. Overall, serving one drink at a time provides a focused approach to help guests enjoy their experience while minimizing the dangers of overindulgence.