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Which statement about carrying alcohol in a commercial vehicle is correct?
- A.A driver may keep one open drink for after the shift
- B.Alcohol is allowed if stored in the sleeper only
- C.Any alcohol anywhere on the property is banned, including cargo
- D.Alcohol may not be in the cab within reach as an open or personal supply while on duty; sealed alcohol that is part of the manifested cargo is a different matter
Correct answer
D. Alcohol may not be in the cab within reach as an open or personal supply while on duty; sealed alcohol that is part of the manifested cargo is a different matter
Why
The rule targets drinking on duty and ready access, not legitimate freight. A manifested load of sealed alcoholic beverages is cargo, while a personal bottle in the cab puts the driver in violation even if it is never opened.
Manual topic: Alcohol and Drugs - Prohibitions · From the General Knowledge practice bank (GK-192).