The stereoscopic acuity and fixation disparity of 9 Ss was measured before and after the consumption of 1 oz. of Scotch or bourbon whiskey per 150 lb. of body weight. It was found that, while stereoscopic acuity measures were unaffected by alcohol, fixation disparity increased significantly.
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