RBS Exam

What is the minimum age an employee must be to pour an alcoholic beverage? a.21 b.19 c.16 d.18

a.21

Upon seizing a fake ID, the alcohol establishment must give the fake ID to local law enforcement authorities within a.24 hours. b.46 hours. c.12 hours. d.36 hours.

a.24 hours.

Which type of ID is acceptable without containing a physical description of the holder? a.Military ID b.Government Employment ID c.Out-of-state driver license d.University registration card

a.Military ID

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? a.Yes, because security personnel check IDs. b.No, because the security personnel's post is not located within the establishment. c.No, because security personnel does not pour or serve alcohol. d.Yes, because all employees of an alcohol establishment must be certified.

a.Yes, because security personnel check IDs.

A patron attempts to use a valid ID that is not theirs as proof of age. What should the server do? a.do not serve the patron b.serve the patron as the ID is valid c.ask for a second form of ID d.call the local law enforcement

a.do not serve the patron

Which crime is often alcohol related? a.domestic violence b.trespassing c.tax fraud d.theft

a.domestic violence

A person may experience very harmful effects when mixing alcohol with a.medications. b.caffeine. c.fatty foods. d.nicotine.

a.medications.

Selling alcohol to a person under 21 years of age is classified as a(n) a.misdemeanor. b.felony. c.violation. d.infraction.

a.misdemeanor.

When can an expired ID card be used as proof of age? a.never b.if the photo matches the holder c.if it was issued in the State of California d.within one year of expiration

a.never

Which condition is associated with alcohol-impaired driving? a.reduced concentration b.hearing loss c.increased heart rate d.breathing difficulties

a.reduced concentration

Which technique is best for determining the validity of an ID? a.verify the information on the card by asking the ID holder questions b.ask the ID holder how old they are c.scratch the surface of the ID with your fingernail d.view the ID under a heat lamp

a.verify the information on the card by asking the ID holder questions

What information should be documented in an incident log? a.when alcohol beverage service was stopped for a patron b.number of patrons served alcoholic beverages c.arrival and departure times for large groups of patrons d.names and addresses of intoxicated patrons

a.when alcohol beverage service was stopped for a patron

California's alcohol-related laws are primarily enforced by which agency? a.Food and Drug Administration b.Alcoholic Beverage Control c.Drug Enforcement Agency d.Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms

b.Alcoholic Beverage Control

Val was born on August 18, 2003. When will Val be able to purchase alcohol? a.August 18, 2025 b.August 18, 2024 c.August 18, 2023 d.August 18, 2022

b.August 18, 2024

Which drink typically contains multiple types of alcohol? a.sloe gin fizz b.Long island iced tea c.screwdriver d.daiquiri

b.Long island iced tea

Which substance is considered a depressant? a.nicotine b.barbiturates c.cocaine d.caffeine

b.barbiturates

What does "BAC" mean? a.blood alcohol certification b.blood alcohol concentration c.beverage alcohol control d.beverage alcohol concentration

b.blood alcohol concentration

Irresponsible alcohol sales in a community typically lead to an increase in a.drug overdoses. b.calls to emergency medical responders. c.car and home insurance rates. d.home values.

b.calls to emergency medical responders.

When refusing alcohol service to a patron, the server should do so a.passively. b.courteously. c.apologetically. d.loudly.

b.courteously.

Operating a licensed premises with disorderly activity may result in a.getting a Key to the City. b.frequent calls for service to law enforcement. c.local support from the community. d.positive media attention.

b.frequent calls for service to law enforcement.

Which statement about alcohol's path through the human body is true? a.consumption of food will stop alcohol from entering the bloodstream b.no digestion is needed in alcohol absorption c.alcohol is metabolized by the kidneys d.most alcohol is absorbed through the stomach lining

b.no digestion is needed in alcohol absorption

A flashlight or UV light is best used to check an ID for a.raised or altered photographs. b.security features. c.lumps, bumps, or creases on the surface of the card. d.alterations to the birthdate.

b.security features.

What is the most valid reason for refusing service to a patron? a.the patron's clothes are old and dirty b.the patron becomes belligerent c.the patron appears sad and depressed d.the patron appears to be pregnant

b.the patron becomes belligerent

An alcohol server must complete an ABC approved RBS training program and pass an ABC administered exam within ____ calendar days of employment. a.30 b.45 c.60 d.90

c.60

Which feature is located on the back of a valid California driver license? a.the ID holder's blood type b.a picture of the ID holder's thumb print c.barcode d.a strip on which to sign the ID card

c.barcode

Which is an indicator of a false ID? a.raised letters on the face b.ghost image of the photograph c.card is too thick d.bar code on the backside

c.card is too thick

A group arrives and all of the members are obviously intoxicated with the exception one who identifies himself as the designated driver. What should you do? a.do not allow them to enter b.confirm the designated driver is sober before serving the group c.do not serve the intoxicated group members d.serve the group alcohol only after they order food

c.do not serve the intoxicated group members

What is the primary purpose of ABC's T.R.A.C.E. program? a.educate alcohol servers on the signs of intoxication b.identify businesses with uncertified alcohol servers c.identify and investigate where persons under 21 years of age obtained alcohol and who was killed or obtained serious injury or accident d.educate young people of the dangers of drinking and driving

c.identify and investigate where persons under 21 years of age obtained alcohol and who was killed or obtained serious injury or accident

A good practice when refusing alcohol service to an obviously intoxicated patron is to a.take away their car keys. b.allow the patron one last drink before stopping service. c.not bargain with the patron. d.escort the patron off the premises.

c.not bargain with the patron.

What is the best way to sober up an intoxicated person? a.cold shower b.coffee c.only time will sober up an intoxicated person d.exercise

c.only time will sober up an intoxicated person

A legally acceptable ID has which characteristic? a.city of birth b.serial number c.physical description of the ID holder d.residential address

c.physical description of the ID holder

Important RBS policies should be reinforced through trainings and meetings a.only upon initial employment. b.never. c.regularly. d.only when an incident occurs.

c.regularly.

Which physical characteristic behavior is an indication that a patron might be obviously intoxicated? a.increased alertness b.talking very fast c.slow and deliberate movements d.clear, non-watery eyes

c.slow and deliberate movements

What is the duty of the designated RBS certified person at a non-profit organization's temporary alcohol event? a.to remain onsite for the duration of the event b.to check every patron's IDs c.to pour and serve the alcoholic beverages d.to ensure that all of the patrons have a safe means of transportation home

c.to pour and serve the alcoholic beverages

It is unlawful for a person who has _____ percent or more, by weight, of alcohol in his/her blood to drive a vehicle. a.0.06 b.0.04 c.0.02 d.0.08

d.0.08

Whose duty is it to ensure that policies are created to guide employees of an alcohol establishment in the service of alcoholic beverages? a.the owner/licensee b.the alcoholic beverage server c.local law enforcement d.ABC

d.ABC

Terry was born on December 17, 1999. When will Terry be able to purchase alcohol? a.December 17, 2019 b.December 17, 2021 c.December 17, 2022 d.December 17, 2020

d.December 17, 2020

The photo on a California issued ID appears to be altered. Is the ID still valid to determine the patron's age? a.Yes, if the ID holder resembles the photo on the ID. b.Yes, if the ID has not reached its expiration date. c.Yes, if the name and the birthday on the ID are unaltered. d.No, the ID is invalid.

d.No, the ID is invalid.

What does "RBS" mean? a.Regulated Business Supervision b.Regulated Beverage Service c.Responsible Beverage Supervision d.Responsible Beverage Service

d.Responsible Beverage Service

When an obviously intoxicated patron decides to leave your establishment, what best practice should you observe? a.Insist the patron remain until he/she sobers up. b.Inform law enforcement of the potential intoxicated driver. c.Do nothing, the patron is free to do as he/she pleases. d.Suggest the patron use a ride service to get to his/her next destination.

d.Suggest the patron use a ride service to get to his/her next destination.

Which of these is not a policy for monitoring the behavior of minors seeking alcohol service? a.minors asking other patrons to buy alcoholic beverages for them b.minors taking alcoholic beverages from other patron's tables while they are not looking c.minors asking for well drinks d.an adult patron ordering alcoholic beverages for a large group that may include one or more minors

d.an adult patron ordering alcoholic beverages for a large group that may include one or more minors

A person in a group who is not drinking alcohol is commonly referred to as the a.alcoholic. b.sober buddy. c.party pooper. d.designated driver.

d.designated driver.

A patron becomes intoxicated at a bar and falls, seriously injuring himself. The alcohol server may be held liable due to their a.aiding and abetting. b.willful endangerment. c.informed consent. d.general negligence.

d.general negligence.

PCP is an example of a(n) a.stimulant. b.antidepressant. c.depressant. d.hallucinogen.

d.hallucinogen.

Which promotion is considered discriminatory? a.buy two drinks get the third drink half off b.happy hour c.bottomless drink specials d.ladies' drinks are half off

d.ladies' drinks are half off

When alcohol is mixed with ______ the side effects can range from discomfort to death. a.light to moderate exercise b.foods high in saturated fats c.tobacco products d.medications or recreational drugs

d.medications or recreational drugs

When can a 19-year old legally serve alcoholic beverages in a restaurant? a.when the server is a child or stepchild of the licensee b.when the server's primary responsibilities is to serve food c.when being supervised by someone over the age of 21 d.never

d.never

When refusing alcohol service to a patron, the server should do so a.apologetically. b.abruptly. c.passively. d.quietly.

d.quietly.

Eating food while drinking alcohol may a.cause less of the alcohol to be metabolized. b.help the body to purge the alcohol from the blood stream. c.keep the diner from becoming intoxicated. d.slow down the rate of intoxication.

d.slow down the rate of intoxication.

What is printed on the holder's picture on a California Real ID? a.an outline of the state b.their driver license number c.a bear d.the State Seal

d.the State Seal