British Columbia Serving It Right Practice Test

Mixing drinks increases the chances of which of the following?

1. Intoxication

2. Hangover

3. Improved mood

4. Less anxiety

The correct answer is: Hangover

The correct understanding revolves around the potential consequences of consuming mixed drinks and their effects on the body. Mixing drinks can contribute to increased intoxication because different types of alcohol can lead to a quicker rise in blood alcohol concentration (BAC). For instance, combining beverages like beer, wine, and spirits might not only mask the effects of each individual drink but also encourage greater consumption overall. While a hangover can indeed occur after drinking, it is more a result of the overall volume of alcohol consumed, the types of drinks, and individual metabolism rather than specifically due to mixing drinks. Consequently, while mixing enhances the likelihood of intoxication, this intoxication is a primary driver behind the severity of hangovers the next day. The other choices suggest outcomes that don’t directly relate to the act of mixing drinks. Improved mood or less anxiety can be psychological effects of consuming alcohol, but these are not guaranteed and can be overshadowed by adverse effects like increased intoxication and potential worsening of hangover symptoms.