Someone is more likely to start to report feeling in a “good mood” or “warm and fuzzy” at which of the following BAC ranges: A 0.02 – 0.0495 0.05 – 0.1016 C 0.11 – 0.1550 None of the above Page Continue Textbook Pro 808 delete
The Correct Answer and Explanation is:
Correct Answer: A. 0.02 – 0.049
Explanation:
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) refers to the percentage of alcohol in a person’s bloodstream. The effects of alcohol on mood, behavior, and physical coordination vary depending on the BAC level.
At a BAC of 0.02 to 0.049, individuals typically begin to feel a slight euphoria or elevation in mood. This range is often associated with increased feelings of relaxation, lowered inhibitions, and a general sense of well-being. Many people report feeling “warm and fuzzy” or in a “good mood” at this stage. Social behavior can become more relaxed and talkative, and anxiety may decrease slightly. These effects occur because alcohol acts as a depressant on the central nervous system, slowing down brain activity and producing calming effects.
At the next range, 0.05 to 0.1016, the effects become more pronounced. Although some people may still feel good, this is the point at which impairment begins to increase significantly. Motor coordination, reaction time, and judgment start to deteriorate. Emotional volatility can rise, and rather than feeling just relaxed or happy, people may begin to display overconfidence, poor decision-making, and diminished self-control.
In the higher range of 0.11 to 0.1550, the pleasurable effects often decrease while negative effects increase. Many individuals will experience noticeable impairment in balance, vision, and speech. Feelings of nausea, confusion, and emotional instability become more common. The “good mood” feeling may be replaced by aggression, sadness, or fatigue.
Therefore, option A (0.02 to 0.049) is the most likely range during which individuals report feeling in a “good mood” or “warm and fuzzy” before the more impairing and potentially negative effects of alcohol begin to appear at higher BAC levels.
