True or False?
Beer and wine are less intoxicating then whiskey.
True, in equal amounts.
True, in equal amounts.
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True.
To determine whether beer and wine are less intoxicating than whiskey, we need to consider the alcohol content and serving sizes of these beverages.
Beer usually has an alcohol content ranging from 4-6% on average, but it can vary depending on the brand and style. Wine typically ranges from 12-15% alcohol by volume (ABV), again with some variation based on the specific type of wine. Whiskey, on the other hand, typically has an ABV of 40% or higher.
When it comes to serving sizes, a standard beer is typically 12 fluid ounces (355ml), a glass of wine is usually 5 fluid ounces (148ml), and a standard shot of whiskey is 1.5 fluid ounces (44ml).
Now, to compare the intoxicating effects, we need to consider the alcohol content per serving. By doing some calculation, we find that a standard beer contains about 0.5 ounce (14ml) of pure alcohol, while a glass of wine contains about 0.6-0.75 ounce (17-22ml) of pure alcohol, and a shot of whiskey contains about 0.6 ounce (17ml) of pure alcohol.
Based on these numbers, we can see that whiskey has a higher concentration of alcohol per serving compared to beer and wine. Hence, whiskey is generally more intoxicating than beer and wine.
So, to answer your question, beer and wine are indeed less intoxicating than whiskey.