As a driver, what should you do when you attend a social event?
- A Drink plenty of coffee after drinking alcohol
- B Avoid busy roads after drinking alcohol
- C Avoid drinking alcohol completely
- D Avoid drinking alcohol on an empty stomach
Why this is the answer
Avoiding alcohol will always be the safest option. There are many factors that influence how alcohol will affect you, such as height, weight and gender. It's better not to risk a single alcoholic drink before you drive.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- Drink plenty of coffee after drinking alcohol — Coffee does not remove alcohol from your blood.
- B
- Avoid busy roads after drinking alcohol — A quiet road is still a road, and you are still impaired.
- D
- Avoid drinking alcohol on an empty stomach — Food slows absorption; it does not prevent it.
Where this comes from
- Driving Buses and Coaches — section 1
- Driving Goods Vehicles — section 1
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
Where this question comes from
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Asked in: Lorry & Bus (LGV/PCV)
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