Question When consuming alcohol: Answers The body is largely unaffected until the point of legal intoxication. The body may experience some negative effects, but they are usually minimal until the point of legal intoxication. Driving and riding abilities are affected long before the point of legal intoxication. There is nothing to be concerned about if consuming only a drink or two. Explanation When someone consumes alcohol, impairment of driving and riding abilities begins well below the legal limit for intoxication. Even a single drink can cause significant impairment. Take a FREE Practice Test Now This questions appears in the following tests: Utah Practice Test