SmartServe Ontario Practice Exam

Is it allowed to provide samples of alcohol that the store does not sell?

1. Yes

2. No

3. Only if approved by management

4. Only during events

The correct answer is: No

The correct answer is that it is not allowed to provide samples of alcohol that the store does not sell. This regulation is in place to ensure that sampling is restricted to products that are available for purchase. It helps maintain a clear connection between what consumers can taste and what they can buy at the establishment. This practice is designed to promote responsible serving and purchasing behavior, ensuring that customers only engage with products that they can directly obtain from the store. Allowing samples of unavailable products could lead to confusion and dissatisfaction for consumers who are unable to purchase those items. The other options imply scenarios where sampling might be acceptable under specific conditions, such as management approval or event circumstances, but the fundamental rule remains that only products that are available for sale can be sampled.