Question

1. driving under the influence of intoxicating beverages means:

a) driving even if the driver can handle one drink
b) drinking while in process of driving the vehicle
c) a driver’s senses and judgment are impaired by alcohol
d) the driver shows signs of being drunk.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Handling one drink doesn't necessarily mean being under the influence; a driver can have a drink and still be capable, so A is incorrect.
• Option B: Drinking while driving is a separate offense (open container or drinking and driving), but "driving under the influence" refers to impairment, not just the act of drinking while driving, so B is incorrect.
• Option C: "Driving under the influence" (DUI) fundamentally means that alcohol has impaired the driver's senses (like vision, reaction time) and judgment, which affects their ability to drive safely. This matches the definition.
• Option D: A driver can be under the influence without showing obvious signs of being drunk (e.g., a low blood alcohol level that still impairs), so D is incorrect.

Answer:

C) A driver’s senses and judgment are impaired by alcohol