Responsible Alcohol Management Program (RAMP) Practice Test

What is an exception to the rule that no one under 21 may be present in an establishment licensed to sell alcoholic beverages?

1. A minor is dining with an adult in the bar area.

2. A minor is with minor friends in the dining area of a restaurant with food sales over 50%.

3. A minor is seated at the bar with their parents.

4. A minor is attending a private event in a licensed establishment.

The correct answer is: A minor is with minor friends in the dining area of a restaurant with food sales over 50%.

The correct choice indicates that a minor can be present in the dining area of a restaurant that generates more than 50% of its sales from food if they are with minor friends. This reflects many jurisdictions' allowances that consider dining establishments primarily focused on food sales. This exception recognizes that such venues are designed for family-friendly dining experiences, where the presence of minors is appropriate and aligns with public health and safety regulations. In this context, the other options do not generally align with exceptions that most laws allow. For instance, being in a bar area, either with adults or friends, often presents a situation where alcohol consumption is central to the purpose of that space, which creates a different legal and social environment compared to that of a dedicated dining area. Thus, the key understanding is that minors are more frequently accepted in food-centric venues where the emphasis is on dining rather than drinking.