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1) How long does it take to absorb a drink?
   "This can occur quite rapidly, but there are factors such as if there is food in the stomach, or certain medical conditions that can effect the absorption rate. "
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2) "On average, how much will one drink increase my BrAC?"
   "This is dependent upon body size, body composition and rate of absorption. "
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3) Does eating effect my alcohol level?
   "Yes, it can effect the rate of absorption and therefore effect the rate of accumulation of alcohol in the blood. "
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4) How long will alcohol remain in my system? What is the average elimination rate?
   It depends how much you drink and how well your body metabolizes the alcohol. A general rule of thumb is that a healthy drinker reduces their alcohol concentration by about .015 BrAC per hour.
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5) Will drinking coffee and/or exercising effect the alcohol elimination rate?
   Not to a degree that is would be noticeable to the user.
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