Sandy has consumed about four glasses of red wine. She is having some trouble coordinating her movements and her thoughts and speech are becoming incoherent. Which of the following statements about the effects of alcohol apply to Sandy's situation?

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Sandy is experiencing the sedative and depressant effects of alcohol, which include trouble with coordination, incoherent thoughts and speech. These are classic symptoms of being intoxicated and suggest a BAC of around 0.10, which is above the legal limit for driving in most states. Option A is incorrect because being in a good mood and still able to walk does not necessarily mean that the BAC is low. Option B is incorrect because alcohol is a depressant and not a stimulant, even though it may initially act as a stimulant in some cases. Option D is incorrect because a mixture of sedative and stimulating effects does not necessarily indicate a very high BAC.

Sandy Has Consumed About Four Glasses of Red Wine