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BAC limits, implied consent and DUI penalties.
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Question 1
In Connecticut, if you fail a chemical (BAC) test after a DUI arrest, how long is your license suspended at minimum?
At least 45 days
At least 6 months
At least 7 days
At least 1 year
Correct answer: At least 45 days
If you fail the test, your license will be suspended for at least 45 days, and you must install an ignition interlock device to be reinstated.
Source: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors – Alcohol and the Law
Question 2
After failing a BAC test as an adult in Connecticut, how long must the ignition interlock device stay installed at minimum?
It is not required
At least five years
At least one week
At least six months
Correct answer: At least six months
An ignition interlock device is required as a condition of reinstatement for at least six months, or longer with prior offenses.
Source: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors – Alcohol and the Law
Question 3
Under Connecticut's zero-tolerance law, what BAC triggers penalties for a driver under 21?
0.02% or more
0.05% or more
0.08% or more
0.10% or more
Correct answer: 0.02% or more
For drivers under 21, any measurable amount—defined as .02% or more—triggers penalties, on public roads and private property.
Source: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors – Alcohol and the Law
Question 4
Where does Connecticut's zero-tolerance law for under-21 drivers apply?
Only after midnight on weekends and holidays
On public roads and private property
Only on public roads
Only on highways
Correct answer: On public roads and private property
The zero-tolerance .02% standard applies on both public roads and private property.
Source: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors – Alcohol and the Law
Question 5
A driver under 21 tests at 0.02% or higher. How long must they use an ignition interlock after reinstatement, at minimum?
At least six months
At least 30 days
At least one year
It is not required
Correct answer: At least one year
Under zero tolerance the license is suspended at least 45 days and an interlock is required for at least one year.
Source: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors – Alcohol and the Law
Question 6
What happens in Connecticut if you refuse a BAC test, regardless of age?
Nothing happens if you had not been drinking
At least a 45-day suspension and a 1-year interlock
A small fine only
A warning letter
Correct answer: At least a 45-day suspension and a 1-year interlock
Refusing a test brings a suspension of at least 45 days and an ignition interlock requirement of at least one year.
Source: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors – Alcohol and the Law
Question 7
How many drinks may impair a Connecticut driver under 21, according to the manual?
At least five drinks
Just one drink
At least three drinks
Only drinks with liquor
Correct answer: Just one drink
In Connecticut, people under 21 could be considered impaired after having only one drink of alcohol.
Source: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors – Alcohol and You
Question 8
Which counts as one standard alcoholic drink?
Two cans of beer
A pint of liquor
A 5 oz. glass of wine
A 16 oz. glass of wine
Correct answer: A 5 oz. glass of wine
One drink is 1.5 oz. of 80-proof liquor, 12 oz. of beer or a 5 oz. glass of wine.
Source: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors – Alcohol and You
Question 9
What is the only thing that will sober you up?
Coffee
Time
Fresh air and exercise
A cold shower
Correct answer: Time
There is no way to sober up quickly; coffee, fresh air, exercise or cold showers won't help—only time.
Source: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors – Alcohol and You
Question 10
Alcohol is involved in what share of fatal traffic crashes, according to the manual?
More than 40 percent
About 5 percent
About 10 percent
Less than 1 percent
Correct answer: More than 40 percent
Alcohol is involved in more than 40 percent of traffic crashes in which someone is killed.
Source: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors – Drinking and Driving
Question 11
Why are new drivers more affected by alcohol than experienced drivers?
Their cars are older
They are still learning to drive
They weigh less
They drive more at night than older drivers do
Correct answer: They are still learning to drive
New drivers are more affected by alcohol because they are still learning to drive.
Source: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors – Drinking and Driving
Question 12
Which kind of medicine can make you drowsy and affect your driving?
Allergy or cold medicine
Eye drops used to reduce redness
Vitamin C tablets
Antacid tablets
Correct answer: Allergy or cold medicine
Drugs taken for headaches, colds, hay fever or other allergies, or to calm nerves, can make a person drowsy and affect driving.
Source: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors – Drugs and Driving
Question 13
Why should you never drink alcohol while taking other drugs?
It makes the drugs weaker
They can multiply the effects of alcohol
It only affects your stomach
Alcohol cancels out the effect of the other drugs
Correct answer: They can multiply the effects of alcohol
Other drugs could multiply the effects of alcohol or add effects of their own, even causing serious health problems or death.
Source: Chapter 3: Driving Behaviors – Drugs and Driving
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