ServSafe Alcohol Practice Exam

Which behavior demonstrates that a guest has relaxed inhibitions?

1. becoming loud

2. slurring speech

3. having difficulty making eye contact

4. drinking faster and switching to stronger drinks

The correct answer is: becoming loud

The behavior that demonstrates a guest has relaxed inhibitions is becoming loud. When individuals consume alcohol, it often affects their social behavior. A common response to lowered inhibitions is an increase in volume when speaking, as they may feel more confident and less self-conscious in social settings. This louder demeanor indicates a shift in their behavioral norms, typically associated with reduced restraints on their actions after alcohol intake. The other choices reflect different signs of intoxication or social discomfort rather than specifically demonstrating relaxed inhibitions. Slurring speech indicates a higher level of impairment, while difficulty making eye contact suggests discomfort or anxiety, and drinking faster along with switching to stronger drinks reflects an intent to consume alcohol more rapidly rather than a change in social behavior observable to others.