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A
Higher prices
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B
A consistent, lawful approach to alcohol service that reduces risk across the establishment
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C
Fewer customers
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D
Longer hours
Why this is the answer
A key benefit of having all staff certified in responsible beverage service is a consistent, lawful approach to alcohol service throughout the establishment — every server applies the same standards for checking IDs, monitoring intoxication, and refusing service when appropriate. This consistency reduces the establishment's overall risk of violations and liability and helps create a culture of responsibility. It also protects staff, who all understand their duties and legal exposure. Widespread certification supports both legal compliance and customer safety as a shared, establishment-wide priority.
Source: Responsible Beverage Service — Staff-Wide Certification