Illinois Driving Permit Practice Test

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What is the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers over 21 in Illinois?

0.05%
0.08%
0.10%
0.12%

The correct answer is: 0.08%

The legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for drivers over the age of 21 in Illinois is 0.08%. This standard is set to ensure safety on the roads, as studies have shown that impairment begins to affect driving skills at lower levels of alcohol consumption, but 0.08% is the recognized threshold at which driving becomes illegal. Exceeding this limit can lead to penalties such as fines, license suspension, and even jail time, reflecting the seriousness of drunk driving offenses. Other possible limits, such as those listed in the other options, are not applicable to the general population of adult drivers in Illinois, though they may pertain to certain categories of drivers, such as commercial drivers or individuals under the legal drinking age.