Multiple choice general knowledge culture How much alcohol can your body eliminate in one hour? 0.5 ounces (15 milliliters) 2 ounces (59 milliliters) 5 ounces (147 milliliters) none Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation The human liver metabolizes approximately 0.5 ounces (15 ml) of pure alcohol per hour on average. This rate varies by individual but is a standard approximation. Higher amounts (2 or 5 ounces) would accumulate in the body.