ServSafe Alcohol Practice Exam

What should you do to verify that an ID belongs to the guest?

1. Check for splits in the lamination

2. Verify that the state seal is in the proper location

3. Compare the guest to the physical characteristics listed on the ID

4. Check the license number to see if the coding matches the personal information

The correct answer is: Compare the guest to the physical characteristics listed on the ID

To ensure an ID truly belongs to the guest, comparing the guest to the physical characteristics listed on the ID is crucial. This involves checking for similarities in features such as age, height, weight, hair color, and eye color. This comparison helps establish that the person presenting the ID is indeed the individual it was issued to, which is fundamental in preventing underage drinking and ensuring responsible alcohol service. The other choices, while relevant to ID verification, do not directly confirm that the ID belongs to the person in front of you. Checking for splits in the lamination, verifying the state seal, or checking the license number against personal information may help identify a fake ID or ensure it is genuine but do not assess the physical match between the ID holder and the details presented on the ID itself. Thus, verifying physical characteristics is the most direct method to confirm ID ownership.