How many standard drink equivalents are found in a 60-ounce pitcher of beer?

To determine how many standard drink equivalents are in a 60-ounce pitcher of beer, it is necessary to know that a standard drink in the United States is defined to contain about 0.6 ounces of pure alcohol. This is typically found in a 12-ounce beer with around 5% alcohol by volume (ABV).

First, we need to calculate how many standard drinks are in the 60 ounces of beer. Since one standard beer (12 ounces) contains one standard drink, we can divide the total ounces in the pitcher by the ounces in a standard drink:

60 ounces (in the pitcher) divided by 12 ounces (in a standard beer) equals 5.

With this calculation, we conclude that a 60-ounce pitcher of beer contains 5 standard drink equivalents. Therefore, recognizing the volume of beer and how many ounces are in each standard drink is key to arriving at the correct answer. Understanding these principles is essential for responsible alcohol service and consumption.