Title
Effects of Background Music on Alcohol Consumption
Faculty Mentor(s)
Steve Smith
Proposal Type
Poster
Location
Open 3rd Floor
Start Date
4-4-2013 4:30 PM
End Date
4-4-2013 6:00 PM
Description/Abstract
The effects of the pace of background music and the presence of a distraction on the consumption of alcohol were tested. Observations were made at a bar in 30-minute intervals that coincided with the playing of different paces of music (fast, medium, and slow). Observations were also separated by the presence or absence of a distraction, such as a football game televised in the bar. Covertly observations were recorded of the total alcohol consumption of selected groups seated together at tables. Results showed a positive correlation between pace of music and alcohol consumption, with faster paces associated with higher alcohol consumption. There was no significant effect of the presence of a distraction on alcohol consumption.
Effects of Background Music on Alcohol Consumption
Open 3rd Floor
The effects of the pace of background music and the presence of a distraction on the consumption of alcohol were tested. Observations were made at a bar in 30-minute intervals that coincided with the playing of different paces of music (fast, medium, and slow). Observations were also separated by the presence or absence of a distraction, such as a football game televised in the bar. Covertly observations were recorded of the total alcohol consumption of selected groups seated together at tables. Results showed a positive correlation between pace of music and alcohol consumption, with faster paces associated with higher alcohol consumption. There was no significant effect of the presence of a distraction on alcohol consumption.