The Rate of Metabolism of Alcohol

question 45

Multiple Choice

The rate of metabolism of alcohol

• A) is faster in chronic drinkers than it is in occasional drinkers.
• B) is faster in occasional drinkers than in chronic drinkers.
• C) does not affect blood alcohol concentration.
• D) is slower when a person is asleep.

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