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How much alcohol is contained in a 12 oz can of beer?

As much as 1 oz of whiskey
As much as 5 oz of wine
As much as 1.5 oz of 86 proof whiskey
As much as 10 oz of wine

The correct answer is: As much as 1.5 oz of 86 proof whiskey

A 12 oz can of beer typically contains about the same amount of alcohol as 1.5 oz of 86 proof whiskey. This equivalency is based on the standard measurement of alcohol content across different types of alcoholic beverages. To break it down: a standard drink is generally defined as containing 0.6 ounces of pure alcohol. A 12 oz beer with an average alcohol by volume (ABV) of around 5% contains roughly 0.6 ounces of alcohol, which can be compared to the alcohol content in spirits or wine. In comparison, 1.5 oz of 86 proof whiskey (which is 43% ABV) also contains approximately the same amount of pure alcohol. Understanding this equivalency is crucial for responsible drinking and helps individuals gauge their alcohol consumption across different beverage types. Knowing that both beer and whiskey can contain similar amounts of alcohol allows for better moderation and awareness when consuming different forms of alcohol.