About how long does it take an average person's body to clear the alcohol from one 12-ounce beer?

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Why

The liver breaks down alcohol at a fairly steady pace of about one standard drink, such as a 12-ounce beer, per hour. Coffee, a cold shower, or exercise cannot speed this up; only the passing of time lowers your BAC.

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Topic: Alcohol and drugs   License: Car permit

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