CDL · Alcohol and drugs
Compare a 12-ounce glass of 5% beer with a 5-ounce glass of 12% wine. Which one holds more alcohol?
Correct answer: Both have an equal amount.
Answer options
- ABoth have an equal amount Correct
- BThe glass of wine
- CThe glass of beer
Why
Multiply the serving size by the strength: 12 ounces at 5% and 5 ounces at 12% both come to 0.6 ounce of pure alcohol. Each counts as one standard drink, the same as a 1.5-ounce shot of 40% liquor.
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Topic: Alcohol and drugs License: CDL
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