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SATURDAY NAILS CH.10+11

Multiple Choice
Identify the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
 

 1. 

Which of the following is TRUE about resin systems?
a.
Resin systems are easily removed.
b.
Resin systems are poor overlayers.
c.
Resin systems are time consuming.
d.
Resin systems are only for colored dips.
 

 2. 

What is an advantage to nail resins?
a.
Nail resins are very strong (but can be difficult to remove).
b.
Nail resins can extend the natural nail for a special occasion.
c.
Nail resins are new and a trendy option.
d.
Nail resins are a tricky but beautiful option for enhancements.
 

 3. 

Resin and __________ are perfect for repairing a crack or break in the natural nail.
a.
gel
b.
polish
c.
acrylic
d.
fabric
 

 4. 

Why might you need to know about nail resins?
a.
Resin can be used when clients want extra shine on nails.
b.
Male clients typically do not want colored nails, and resin is a nice option for natural nails.
c.
Colored dip systems are a very popular service.
d.
Resin cannot be combined with painted nails.
 

 5. 

Nail resins are made from ____________________.
a.
cyanoacrylate
b.
fiberglass
c.
silk
d.
dip powder
 

 6. 

_____________ refers to the thickness of the resin liquid.
a.
Backfill
b.
Viscosity
c.
Dip system
d.
Overlaying
 

 7. 

Misha is applying a nail resin and would like to speed up the time it takes to dry. What should she do?
a.
Misha should use a resin with a thick viscosity.
b.
Misha should use a resin with a thin viscosity.
c.
Misha should put the resin on in one thick coat.
d.
Misha should use the resin as a top coat.
 

 8. 

Kayla is interested in using a building resin on her client. What kind of viscosity would it have?
a.
It would have a thick viscosity.
b.
It would have a thin viscosity.
c.
It would be thin if used as a base coat but thick if used as a top coat.
d.
It would be thick if used as a base coat but thin if used as a top coat.
 

 9. 

Michelle is interested in using a resin as a base. What type of viscosity should she use?
a.
Colorless
b.
Textured
c.
Thinner
d.
Thicker
 

 10. 

Justin is interested in using a resin as a top coat. What type of viscosity should he use?
a.
Colorless
b.
Textured
c.
Thinner
d.
Thicker
 

 11. 

A resin _______________ assists in speeding up the dry time of the resin.
a.
accelerator
b.
backfill
c.
wrap
d.
viscosity
 

 12. 

A resin ___________________ is also known as an activator.
a.
accelerator
b.
backfill
c.
wrap
d.
viscosity
 

 13. 

Which of the following would NOT be a way to put on an activator?
a.
Brush
b.
Spray
c.
Aerosol
d.
Powder
 

 14. 

Which of the following might be a scenario where nail resins are an excellent option?
a.
Prom
b.
Heavy gardening
c.
Light office work
d.
Sports
 

 15. 

______________________ is a colorless liquid acrylate monomer that is easily cured and used as a powerful, fast-acting adhesive.
a.
Cyanoacrylate
b.
Fiberglass
c.
A silk wrap
d.
Dip powder
 

 16. 

Which of the following is NOT true about nail resin systems?
a.
Nail resins are often used alone.
b.
Nail resins provide flexibility.
c.
Nail resins build strength.
d.
Nail resins can be used on the nail tip.
 

 17. 

Which of the following is TRUE about resin systems?
a.
Nail resins are only meant to be used with nail tip applications.
b.
Nail resins are often used alone.
c.
Nail resins can be worn for months at a time.
d.
Nail resins are easily removed.
 

 18. 

Any method of securing a layer of fabric or paper on a nail to increase its strength and durability is referred to as a ___________.
a.
silk wrap
b.
fabric wrap
c.
nail wrap
d.
fiberglass wrap
 

 19. 

A ____________ can be used to repair a nail, as an overlay to strengthen natural nails, or to strengthen a nail tip application.
a.
silk wrap
b.
fabric wrap
c.
nail wrap
d.
fiberglass wrap
 

 20. 

A ________________ is the MOST common way to wrap a nail.
a.
silk wrap
b.
fabric wrap
c.
nail wrap
d.
fiberglass wrap
 

 21. 

A ___________ is made from a thin, natural material with a tight weave that becomes transparent when wrap resin is applied.
a.
silk wrap
b.
fabric wrap
c.
nail wrap
d.
fiberglass wrap
 

 22. 

A __________ is made from a very thin synthetic mesh with a loose weave.
a.
silk wrap
b.
fabric wrap
c.
nail wrap
d.
fiberglass wrap
 

 23. 

A __________________ can be purchased in swatches, rolls, or packages of precut pieces, either with or without adhesive backing.
a.
silk wrap
b.
fabric wrap
c.
nail wrap
d.
fiberglass wrap
 

 24. 

A ___________ strip is a strip of fabric cut about 1/8" in length and applied across the line where the free edge of the nail meets the nail bed.
a.
fill
b.
stress
c.
rebalance
d.
dip
 

 25. 

A _________ line is where the free edge of the nail meets the nail bed.
a.
fill
b.
stress
c.
rebalance
d.
dip
 

 26. 

The new growth of nail is commonly referred to as a ________.
a.
fill
b.
stress
c.
rebalance
d.
dip
 

 27. 

To __________ an area is to structurally correct the location of the apex of the nail to prolong its strength, shape, and durability.
a.
fill
b.
stress
c.
rebalance
d.
dip
 

 28. 

At what point should a small strip of fabric be cut to cover regrowth, without any fabric on it?
a.
One week
b.
Two weeks
c.
Three weeks
d.
Four weeks
 

 29. 

When should you come in for additional fabric and resin to keep an enhancement strong?
a.
One week
b.
Two weeks
c.
Three weeks
d.
Four weeks
 

 30. 

How often should you come in for wrap maintenance?
a.
One week
b.
Two weeks
c.
Three weeks
d.
Four weeks
 

 31. 

A ________ system is a resin- and polymer-powder-based system in which the resin absorbs the powder to create a hard coating over the nail.
a.
fill
b.
stress
c.
rebalance
d.
dip
 

 32. 

What is the relationship between dip powder and liquid monomer?
a.
Dip powders should be used with the liquid monomer as the base coat.
b.
Dip powders should only be used with a liquid monomer when the nail enhancement will be on for a short time.
c.
Some brands of dip powder can used with liquid monomer to create a nail.
d.
Dip powder should always be used with liquid monomer.
 

 33. 

What do you need to apply after the applications of dip color on the nail to help the layers dry?
a.
Activator
b.
Cyanoacrylate
c.
Silk wrap
d.
Stress strip
 

 34. 

If a nail tech were to apply a second top resin coat, what would happen?
a.
It would create a smooth finish.
b.
It would create great shine.
c.
It would protect the powder application.
d.
It would harden the nails.
 

 35. 

If a nail tech were to apply a layer of base resin over the activator, what would happen?
a.
It would create a smooth finish.
b.
It would create great shine.
c.
It would protect the powder application.
d.
It would harden the nails.
 

 36. 

Which of the following is NOT part of the dip system?
a.
Base resin
b.
Top resin
c.
Activator
d.
Liquid monomer
 

 37. 

How many applications of color should you put on the nail?
a.
One
b.
One to two
c.
Two
d.
Two to three
 

 38. 

How many applications of top resin should you put on the nail?
a.
One
b.
One to two
c.
Two
d.
Two to three
 

 39. 

How long do dip nails last?
a.
7 days
b.
14–21 days
c.
21–30 days
d.
1–2 months
 

 40. 

What is a very popular dip system service?
a.
French manicure
b.
Glitter
c.
Ombre
d.
Chevron
 

 41. 

What should you do right after applying the powder?
a.
Dust off the excess powder.
b.
Wipe your brush on a lint-free towel.
c.
Apply another base coat.
d.
Apply an activator.
 

 42. 

What should you apply over the activator to protect the powder application during filing and buffing?
a.
Base resin
b.
Top resin
c.
Accelerator
d.
Liquid monomer
 

 43. 

_____________ are used to make contact lenses, cements for mending broken bones, Plexiglas windows, and even makeup and other cosmetics.
a.
Acrylics
b.
Monomer liquids
c.
Monomer powders
d.
Polymer powders
 

 44. 

Acrylic nails are nail enhancements that are based on mixing together:
a.
monomer liquids and water
b.
monomer liquids and polymer powders
c.
monomer powders and polymer liquids
d.
polymer powders and peroxide
 

 45. 

Nail technicians should have a thorough understanding of liquid and powder enhancements for all of the following reasons EXCEPT what?
a.
Liquid and powder nail enhancements are popular services.
b.
Liquid and powder nail enhancements are lucrative services.
c.
Knowing how to work with nail enhancement materials allows you to perform the service safely.
d.
Liquid and powder services are the simplest nail enhancement to create.
 

 46. 

What is the best way to apply liquid and powder nail enhancements?
a.
Synthetic hair brush
b.
Natural hair brush
c.
The wrap method
d.
There is not one best way to apply nail enhancement products.
 

 47. 

What is the initiator that is added to the polymer powder?
a.
Cyanoacrylate
b.
Methacrylic acid
c.
Benzoyl peroxide
d.
Methyl methacrylate
 

 48. 

What does monomer mean?
a.
Many units
b.
One unit
c.
Initiator(s)
d.
Catalyst(s)
 

 49. 

What does polymer mean?
a.
Many units
b.
One unit
c.
Initiator(s)
d.
Catalyst(s)
 

 50. 

When _______________ spring(s) into action, it causes monomer molecules to permanently link together into long polymer chains.
a.
many units
b.
one unit
c.
initiator(s)
d.
catalyst(s)
 

 51. 

______________ is/are added to the monomer liquid and used to control the set or curing time.
a.
Many units
b.
One unit
c.
Initiator(s)
d.
Catalyst(s)
 

 52. 

Creating polymers can be thought of as a chain reaction. This is also known as what?
a.
Polymerization
b.
Monomerization
c.
Initiator
d.
Catalyst
 

 53. 

In general, odorless products must be used with a ____________ ratio.
a.
25/75 wet and dry mix
b.
75/25 wet and dry mix
c.
medium mix
d.
dry mix
 

 54. 

The tacky layer on top of the nail is called the ____________ layer.
a.
keratin
b.
inhibition
c.
primer
d.
grit
 

 55. 

The top, tacky layer on the nail can be rolled off or filed away with what type of abrasive?
a.
Coarse grit
b.
Medium grit
c.
Fine grit
d.
Buffer
 

 56. 

Monomer liquid can be used in four basic ways. Which of the following is NOT one of them?
a.
On the natural nail, as a protective overlay
b.
Over the sidewall as a reinforcement
c.
On a form to create a sculptured nail extension
d.
To create small works of art on top of or inside a nail enhancement
 

 57. 

There are three versions of monomer used in the nail industry. Which is the industry standard?
a.
Acrylic monomer
b.
Cyanoacrylate
c.
Ethyl methacrylate
d.
Methyl methacrylate
 

 58. 

There are three versions of monomer used in the nail industry. Which is NOT recommended and is illegal in most states?
a.
Acrylic monomer
b.
Odorless monomer
c.
Ethyl methacrylate
d.
Methyl methacrylate
 

 59. 

Marcus, a nail tech student, is trying to figure out how to make a nail enhancement. He knows he needs to use polymer powder but isn't sure what to mix it with. What would you advise him to add?
a.
Ethyl methacrylate
b.
Monomer liquid
c.
Polymer powder
d.
Methyl methacrylate
 

 60. 

Sophia is very artistic and has been told by her instructor to practice her talents on clients' nails. What type of product will Sophia MOST likely use to create her nail effects?
a.
Ethyl methacrylate
b.
Monomer liquid
c.
Polymer powder
d.
Methyl methacrylate
 

 61. 

Lucy and Claire are practicing extending the length of their nails. Their instructor is very impressed with their work, especially because they only recently learned how to apply them. What did the instructor recently teach the students how to use?
a.
Nail forms
b.
Monomer liquid
c.
Polymer powder
d.
Methyl methacrylate
 

 62. 

Which type of file would you use for the initial shaping of the perimeter of the nail?
a.
Coarse grit
b.
Medium grit
c.
Fine grit
d.
Buffer
 

 63. 

Which type of file would you use for refining and finishing?
a.
Coarse grit
b.
Medium grit
c.
Fine grit
d.
Buffer
 

 64. 

Which type of file would you use for removing scratches in the surface of the nail?
a.
Coarse grit
b.
Medium grit
c.
Fine grit
d.
Buffer
 

 65. 

Which type of file would you use for thinning an enhancement and preparing for a refill?
a.
Coarse grit
b.
Medium grit
c.
Fine grit
d.
Buffer
 

 66. 

A _____________ dish holds a minimal amount of product for one service use.
a.
soaking
b.
dappen
c.
resting
d.
wetting
 

 67. 

What brush is MOST often used for monomer liquids?
a.
Oval
b.
Round
c.
Square
d.
Squoval
 

 68. 

Nail forms are placed under the ___________ of the natural nail and used as a foundation and guide to sculpt liquid and powder.
a.
sidewall
b.
nail bed
c.
matrix
d.
free edge
 

 69. 

A shiner is a ___________ file and is used to create high shine on a natural nail or nail enhancement.
a.
coarse-grit
b.
medium-grit
c.
fine-grit
d.
buffer
 

 70. 

Sponge cores are used in __________ files.
a.
coarse-grit
b.
medium-grit
c.
fine-grit
d.
buffer
 

 71. 

A bead mix ratio can be described in three ways. Which of the following would you NOT classify as one of them?
a.
Dry
b.
Fine
c.
Medium
d.
Wet
 

 72. 

The __________ may appear to be thinner after enhancements have been removed.
a.
nail plates
b.
nail cuticle
c.
matrix
d.
onyx
 

 73. 

What type of file should you use when you see some lifting of the product around the cuticles and sidewalls?
a.
Coarse grit
b.
Medium grit
c.
Fine grit
d.
Buffer
 

 74. 

How can clients extend the life and beauty of their nail enhancement?
a.
Regular maintenance
b.
Quality products
c.
Client upkeep at home
d.
Nail soaks
 

 75. 

What might happen if nail enhancements are not maintained? All of the following are possible EXCEPT what?
a.
They may lift.
b.
They may crack.
c.
They may fall off.
d.
They may break.
 

 76. 

How often should clients come in for maintenance?
a.
Every 1–2 weeks
b.
Every 2–3 weeks
c.
Every 3–4 weeks
d.
Every 4–6 weeks
 

 77. 

What is a good rule of thumb about lifting?
a.
If you use a quality product, you'll save money in the long run.
b.
If you file it well, you'll extend your service.
c.
If you don't deal with it now, you'll pay for it later.
d.
If you can see it now, you can see it later.
 

 78. 

When dealing with a crack, how much should you file down the area around the crack?
a.
File down the area until the enhancement is gone.
b.
File down the area around the crack until it's paper-thin.
c.
File down the area just enough to blend the crack.
d.
File down the crack, but not the surrounding area.
 

 79. 

What should you do when a client wants a nail enhancement removed?
a.
File down the nail enhancement.
b.
Soak the nails in acetone.
c.
Lift off the enhancement.
d.
Let the nails grow out.
 

 80. 

A two-week maintenance service is known as what?
a.
Backfill
b.
Viscosity
c.
Dip system
d.
Overlaying
 

 81. 

What service allows the nail to receive any repairs it needs and brings the enhancement back to its original beauty?
a.
Backfill
b.
Viscosity
c.
Dip system
d.
Overlaying
 

 82. 

When performing a maintenance service, which area is reduced to rebalance the nail and prepare the nail for application of new product?
a.
Undersides
b.
Apex
c.
Stress area
d.
C-curve
 

 83. 

When a nail enhancement lifts, cracks, or breaks, what may happen to the natural nail?
a.
An infection can occur.
b.
The nail plate will be paper-thin.
c.
The nail will develop a stress area.
d.
The nail will become flexible.
 

 84. 

Which product contains aloe and other skin softening agents when you purchase it at a beauty supply store instead of a local hardware store?
a.
Primer
b.
Adhesions
c.
Acetone
d.
Polymers
 



 
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