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In Pennsylvania, what can happen when a driver combines alcohol with other drugs or certain medications?
- A.The effects cancel out
- B.The impairing effects can be stronger and less predictable than either substance alone
- C.It makes alcohol leave the body faster
- D.It only matters for illegal drugs
Correct answer
B. The impairing effects can be stronger and less predictable than either substance alone
Why
Combining alcohol with other drugs can multiply impairment and make effects unpredictable. Even a medication that seems mild can become dangerous for driving when mixed with alcohol.
Manual topic: Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95) - Chapter 5: Laws and Related Issues · From the Pennsylvania Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (PAC-092).