ServSafe Alcohol Practice Exam

Which of the following can be seen under ultraviolet (UV) light as a sign of a genuine ID?

1. Bar codes

2. A state seal

3. Plastic inserts

4. Ghost photos

The correct answer is: A state seal

The presence of a state seal is a reliable indicator of a genuine ID when examined under ultraviolet (UV) light. Many states incorporate UV-reactive features in their identification cards to enhance security and make them more difficult to forge. The state seal may appear in a specific color or glow under UV light, serving as a hallmark of authenticity. This feature is designed to assist law enforcement and professionals in the hospitality industry in verifying the legitimacy of an ID effectively. Bar codes, plastic inserts, and ghost photos may also be features of IDs, but they do not consistently indicate authenticity when viewed under UV light. For example, while bar codes are common, they can be easily replicated and do not provide the same level of security as a state seal. Plastic inserts and ghost images may enhance the ID's overall design, but the state seal is specifically intended as a security measure that should be checked for authenticity.