Answer :
Final answer:
A standard alcoholic drink in the U.S. consists of 0.6 ounces of pure alcohol, equivalent to 12 ounces of beer (5% alcohol) or 5 ounces of table wine (12% alcohol).Thus optiona. 12 ounces of beer and 5 ounces of wine is correct answer.
Explanation:
The student asked what a standard alcoholic drink contains. According to U.S. guidelines, a standard drink includes approximately 0.6 ounces (14.0 grams or 1.2 tablespoons) of pure alcohol. Here are common equivalents for one standard drink:
- 12 fluid ounces of beer (about 5% alcohol)
- 5 fluid ounces of table wine (about 12% alcohol)
- 1.5 fluid ounces of 80-proof distilled spirits or liquor (about 40% alcohol)
Therefore, the closest option to what constitutes a standard alcoholic drink would be a. 12 ounces of beer and 5 ounces of wine.
