Question

which of the following is not a factor that influences a persons reaction to alcohol?
a amount and rate of intake
b. intellectual capacity
c. gender and body size
d. weight and age
please select the best answer from the choices provided.
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

• Option A: The amount and rate of alcohol intake directly affect blood - alcohol concentration (BAC), which influences a person's reaction.
• Option B: Intellectual capacity does not play a role in how the body metabolizes alcohol or in the physiological and psychological reactions to alcohol.
• Option C: Gender (e.g., differences in body water content) and body size (more body mass can dilute alcohol) affect alcohol metabolism and reaction.
• Option D: Weight (similar to body size in terms of dilution) and age (e.g., younger people may metabolize alcohol differently) are factors.

Answer:

B. intellectual capacity