SmartServe Ontario Practice Exam

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True or False: Once drinking has stopped, BAC stops rising immediately.

True
False
It depends on hydration levels.
It depends on the alcohol type.

The correct answer is: False

The statement is false because blood alcohol concentration (BAC) does not immediately stop rising once drinking has stopped. After a person stops consuming alcohol, the body continues to absorb alcohol that is still in the digestive system. This lag occurs because it takes time for alcohol to be metabolized and for the effect of alcohol consumption to fully reflect in the bloodstream. Factors such as the amount of alcohol consumed, individual metabolism, and the presence of food in the stomach can influence how long BAC continues to rise after drinking has ceased. Therefore, it is essential to understand that BAC can still increase for a while even after the last drink has been consumed.