RBS EXAM WITH 100% CORRECT
ANSWERS 2023
Which neighborhood quality of life issue is most affected by the overuse of alcohol?
a. property values
b. noise
c. traffic congestion
d. homelessness – Correct answer-B. Noise
Irresponsible alcohol sales in a community typically lead to an increase in
a. calls to law enforcement.
b. home values
c. car and home insurance rates.
d. drug overdoses. – Correct answer-A. Call to law enforcement
Which symptom is associated with alcohol-impaired driving?
a. increased heart rate
b. breathing difficulties
c. reduced coordination
d. hearing loss – Correct answer-C. Reduced coordination
A person may experience very harmful effects when mixing alcohol with
a. recreational or illegal drugs.
b. caffeine.
c. fatty foods.
d. nicotine. – Correct answer-A. recreational or illegal drugs.
What is the best way to sober up an intoxicated person?
a. fresh air
b. cold shower
c. drinking lots of water
d. only time will sober up an intoxicated person – Correct answer-d. only time will sober
up an intoxicated person
What does “BAC” mean?
a. basic alcohol course
b. blood alcohol concentration
c. business alcohol control
d. beverage alcohol consumption – Correct answer-b. blood alcohol concentration
Which statement is true regarding people with a high tolerance to alcohol?
a. they are better at hiding their intoxication
b. their bodies eliminate the alcohol from their systems more quickly
c. their decision making ability is rarely impaired by alcohol
d. they are immune to getting drunk – Correct answer-a. they are better at hiding their
intoxication
Intoxication can occur with as little as _ drinks.
a.1
b.3
c. 2
d.4 – Correct answer-C. 2
A patron staggers when walking. The patron may be exhibiting
a. slowed reaction times.
b. signs of being intoxicated.
c. slow and deliberate movements.
d. relaxed inhibitions. – Correct answer-b. signs of being intoxicated.
Approximately how many standard drinks can the human body metabolize in one hour?
a. 2
b.3
c.4
d.1 – Correct answer-D. 1
What is the primary purpose of ABC’s T.R.A.C. E. program?
a. educate young people of the dangers of drinking and driving
b. identify businesses with uncertified alcohol servers
c. educate alcohol servers on the signs of intoxication
d. identify and investigate where persons under 21 years of age obtained alcohol and
who
was killed or obtained serious injury or accident – Correct answer-D. identify and
investigate where persons under 21 years of age obtained alcohol and who
was killed or obtained serious injury or accident
A person with a BAC of 0.05 percent
a. can safely operate a motor vehicle without incident.
b. is always capable of rational decision making.
c. can be arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Which crime is often related to alcohol use?
sexual assault
Whose responsibility is it to act as gatekeeper in regard to the community’s ability to obtain alcohol in public establishments?
the alcohol server
Which condition is associated with alcohol-impaired driving?
Impaired judgement
When alcohol is mixed with __ the side effects can range from discomfort to death.
medications or recreational drugs
What is the best way to sober up an intoxicated person?
only time will sober up an intoxicated person
What does “BAC” mean?
blood alcohol concentration
Which statement is true regarding people with a high tolerance to alcohol?
they are better at hiding their intoxication
Eating food while drinking alcohol may
slow down the rate of intoxication.
The use of foul language is an example of
lowering inhibitions
Which statement about alcohol’s path through the human body is true?
no digestion is needed in alcohol absorption
What is the primary purpose of ABC’s T.R.A.C.E. program?
identify and investigate where persons under 21 years of age obtained alcohol and who was killed or obtained serious injury or accident
It is unlawful for a person who has _ percent or more, by weight, of alcohol in his/her blood to drive a vehicle.
0.08 bac
When can a 19-year old legally serve alcoholic beverages in a restaurant?
when the server’s primary responsibilities is to serve food
Which type of cannabis use is legal at an onsite alcohol establishment?
use of cannabis products are not permitted in onsite alcohol establishments
A non-profit organization has obtained a temporary daily on-sale license for a fundraiser. Who within the organization has to be RBS certified?
the alcohol pourers
The failure of a licensee to comply with the RBS program requirements shall be grounds for
disciplinary action.
Security personnel, whose post is located outside the entrance to an alcohol establishment, has the primary responsibility to control the number of patrons entering and to check their IDs. Does the bouncer need to be certified?
Yes, because security personnel check IDs.
Infractions are punishable by
fine
What does “RBS” mean?
Responsible Beverage Service
What is the maximum penalty for serving alcohol after hours?
6 months in jail
A member of a group of patrons becomes obviously intoxicated. What should the server do?
inform the other group members that the obviously intoxicated patron will no longer be served alcohol
A legally acceptable ID has which characteristic?
issued by a government agency
Which statement regarding state issued identification cards is true?
they are a valid proof of age
PCP is an example of a(n)
Hallucinogen
Which substance is considered a depressant?
alcohol
What is embossed on the holder’s picture on a California Real ID?
their birthdate
Which feature is located on the back of a valid California driver license?
barcode
When should a server check a patron’s ID?
prior to serving alcohol to the patron
A server may seize any identification presented by a person that is fake, so long as
a receipt is given to the person from whom the fake ID is seized
Upon seizing a fake ID, the alcohol establishment must give the fake ID to local law enforcement authorities within
24 hours
What happens when an alcohol server serves alcohol to a minor after inspecting a fake ID and reasonably concluding it to be valid?
the alcohol server has a defense against prosecution
Which technique is best for determining the validity of an ID?
ompare the signature on the ID to a fresh signature given by the ID holder
When refusing alcohol service to a patron, the server should do so
courteously
When refusing alcohol service to a patron, the server should do so
discreetly
Which form of ID is NOT acceptable for determining a person’s age?
interim state issued driver license
When is a work-issued ID valid for purchasing alcohol?
never
A youthful appearing patron presents an expired ID and wants to purchase alcohol. Based on best practices, what should the server do?
tell the patron that you cannot serve him/her alcohol
What is the most valid reason for refusing service to a patron?
The patron cannot provide a valid ID
Which is an indicator of a false ID?
card is too thick
An administrative violation occurs on an ABC licensed premises, _ of that premises is at risk for administrative penalties.
the license
One of the benefits of establishing policies for the service of alcoholic beverages is that it
provides a safe and comfortable space for patrons and employees.
When an obviously intoxicated patron decides to leave your establishment, what best practice should you observe?
Suggest the patron use a ride service to get to his/her next destination.
Which promotion is considered discriminatory?
ladies’ drinks are half off
Which is considered a good hospitality practice when serving alcoholic beverages?
slowing the beverage service down to the patron if needed
Where would the licensee be able to look online to see if their server is RBS certified?
the ABC RBS database
Frequent calls for service to local law enforcement by an on-premises licensee may result in
suspension of alcohol license.
What does “ABV” mean?
Alcohol by volume
Which of these is not a policy for monitoring the behavior of minors seeking alcohol service?
minors finding secluded locations in the premises where employees cannot monitor their activities
What information should be documented in an incident log?
names and addresses