SmartServe Ontario Practice Exam

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True or False: People with more body fat tend to have a higher BAC than more muscular individuals of the same weight.

True
False
Only if they drink more
Depends on gender

The correct answer is: True

The statement is true because body composition, including the ratio of fat to muscle, significantly influences blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Alcohol is less soluble in fat tissue compared to lean muscle mass. This means that individuals with a higher percentage of body fat will generally have a higher BAC than those who are more muscular when consuming the same amount of alcohol and weighing the same. More muscle mass provides a greater volume for alcohol to distribute, which leads to a lower BAC when alcohol is consumed. Conversely, individuals with more body fat will have less distribution capacity, resulting in a higher BAC. This principle is important for understanding how different body types process alcohol and the implications for health and safety regarding alcohol consumption.