Alcohol and Drug Limits

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1.What is the immediate effect of drugs and alcohol on a driver that makes them a significant hazard?

A) Increased focus and improved peripheral vision.

B) Mental confusion and slowed reaction times.

C) Enhanced hearing and quicker decision-making.

D) Reduced vehicle maintenance needs.

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Drugs and alcohol directly impair a drivers cognitive functions and physical responses, leading to mental confusion and slower reaction times, which are critical hazards.

Alcohol and Drug Limits

02/15

2.What is the only way to lower your blood alcohol content (BAC) or sober up?

A) Drinking strong coffee.

B) Taking a cold shower.

C) Engaging in vigorous exercise.

D) Allowing time to pass.

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Only time can sober you up or lower your blood alcohol content (BAC). Food, coffee, cold showers, or exercise will not speed up the elimination of alcohol from your system.

Alcohol and Drug Limits

03/15

3.If a driver has a Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of .08, approximately how long does it takes for their body to completely process that alcohol back to zero?

A) About two hours.

B) Approximately four hours.

C) Around six hours.

D) Over eight hours.

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If you have a BAC of .08, it takes about six hours for your body to completely process that alcohol and return to a BAC of zero.

Alcohol and Drug Limits

04/15

4.How does the amount of alcohol in a standard glass of beer compare to that in a glass of wine or an average cocktail?

A) A glass of beer contains significantly less alcohol.

B) A glass of beer contains significantly more alcohol.

C) They all contain roughly the same amount of alcohol.

D) It varies greatly depending on the specific drink.

Correct! Wrong!

A glass of beer contains the same amount of alcohol as a glass of wine or an average cocktail.

Alcohol and Drug Limits

05/15

5.What is a significant risk when many drugs are combined with even small amounts of alcohol?

A) The effects of the alcohol are neutralized.

B) Driving impairment is greatly increased.

C) Reaction times are unexpectedly sped up.

D) The body processes alcohol more efficiently.

Correct! Wrong!

Many drugs will greatly increase impairment when combined with even small amounts of alcohol.

Alcohol and Drug Limits

06/15

6.What is the mandated blood alcohol content (BAC) limit for drivers holding a learners licence in Northwest Territories?

A) Zero blood alcohol content.

B) 0.08%.

C) 0.05%.

D) Less than 0.02%.

Correct! Wrong!

For drivers with a learners licence, you must not drive after consuming any amount of alcohol. This applies to novice drivers as well.

Alcohol and Drug Limits

07/15

7.Which specific drug is mentioned as having a zero blood drug concentration (BDC) restriction for both learner and novice drivers in Northwest Territories?

A) Caffeine.

B) Nicotine.

C) Cannabis (THC).

D) Aspirin.

Correct! Wrong!

Learner and novice drivers must not operate a motor vehicle while having the presence of certain drugs, including cannabis (THC), in your body.

Alcohol and Drug Limits

08/15

8.What are the immediate consequences for a learner or novice driver who violates the zero blood alcohol or drug concentration restriction?

A) A warning and mandatory re-education course.

B) A license suspension for 30 days.

C) A small fine but no driving record impact.

D) Community service requirements only.

Correct! Wrong!

If a learner or novice driver violates these restrictions, they may receive an immediate roadside suspension of license for 30 days, which will be recorded on their driving record.

Alcohol and Drug Limits

09/15

9.What is the legal BAC limit for fully licensed drivers in Northwest Territories?

A) 0.00% (zero tolerance).

B) 0.05%.

C) 0.08%.

D) No specific limit, only impaired driving.

Correct! Wrong!

For fully licensed drivers in Northwest Territories, the legal BAC limit is 0.05 percent. If a police officer detects a BAC between 0.05 percent and 0.08 percent, the driver can face immediate roadside prohibitions.

Alcohol and Drug Limits

010/15

10.For a fully licensed driver in Northwest Territories, what are the potential penalties if a police officer detects a BAC between 0.05% and 0.08%?

A) Immediate roadside suspension.

B) Criminal charges, including license suspensions.

C) Mandatory vehicle impoundment only.

D) A written warning with no record.

Correct! Wrong!

If a fully licensed drivers BAC falls between 0.05% and 0.08%, police officers may issue a roadside prohibition.

Alcohol and Drug Limits

011/15

11.Under what specific condition might a police officer prohibit a driver in Northwest Territories, even if their BAC is not over the limit?

A) If the driver is driving a commercial vehicle.

B) If the driver has a learners or novice licence only.

C) If the police officer considers their ability to drive to be affected by alcohol or drugs.

D) If the driver refuses to answer questions.

Correct! Wrong!

A police officer may prohibit a driver if they consider their ability to drive to be affected by alcohol or drugs, regardless of specific BAC or BDC levels.

Alcohol and Drug Limits

012/15

12.What impact can even small amounts of alcohol have on a driver?

A) They enhance a drivers coordination.

B) They can cause a driver to be impaired.

C) They always result in immediate roadside prohibition.

D) They only affect drivers over the age of 25.

Correct! Wrong!

In some cases, even small amounts of alcohol can cause a driver to be impaired.

Alcohol and Drug Limits

013/15

13.For a fully licensed driver in Northwest Territories with a BAC between 0.05% and 0.08%, what is the typical driving prohibition period for a first offense?

A) 24 hours.

B) 3 days.

C) 7 days.

D) 30 days.

Correct! Wrong!

For a BAC between 0.05% and 0.08%, a first offense under the IRP program can result in a 3-day driving prohibition.

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14.What severe consequences can apply for fully licensed drivers with higher BAC levels?

A) Mandatory vehicle recall and warranty voiding.

B) Possible vehicle impoundment and mandatory education programs.

C) Requirement to install an in-car breathalyzer immediately.

D) Increased public transit usage requirements.

Correct! Wrong!

For higher BAC levels, consequences can include possible vehicle impoundment and mandatory education programs.

Alcohol and Drug Limits

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15.What happens to the driving record of a learner or novice driver if they violate the zero blood alcohol or drug concentration restriction?

A) It remains unaffected, as its a first-time program.

B) It is marked with a temporary note that expires in six months.

C) Only criminal code violations are recorded on their driving record.

D) These violations will be recorded on their driving record.

Correct! Wrong!

Violations of zero blood alcohol or drug concentration restrictions for learner or novice drivers will be recorded on their driving record.

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