Multiple Choice
Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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As a nail technician, you will be concerned about extensors. What are
they?
a. | Extensors are muscles of the forearm that rotate the radius (forearm) outward and the
palm upward. | b. | Extensors are muscles that straighten the wrist, hand, and fingers to form a straight
line. | c. | Extensors are muscles that turn the hand inward so that the palm faces
downward. | d. | Extensors are extensor muscles of the wrist, involved in bending the
wrist. |
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While Josie was giving a client a manicure, the client was complaining about
pain in her little finger. Which nerve might Josie be the MOST concerned about?
a. | The digital nerve | b. | The radial nerve | c. | The median
nerve | d. | The ulnar nerve |
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Blood is composed of several things. Which of the following destroys
disease-causing microorganisms?
a. | White blood cells | b. | Plasma | c. | Red blood
cells | d. | Platelets |
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Blood is composed of several things. Which of the following contributes to the
blood-clotting process?
a. | White blood cells | b. | Plasma | c. | Red blood
cells | d. | Platelets |
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The lymph is a colorless, watery fluid derived from what?
a. | White blood cells | b. | Plasma | c. | Red blood
cells | d. | Platelets |
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Which system should you be well aware of in order to protect your clients from
exposure to infection and disease in your spa?
a. | Lymphatic | b. | Endocrine | c. | Muscular | d. | Digestive |
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Into which system would you categorize the hair and nails?
a. | Lymphatic | b. | Integumentary | c. | Excretory | d. | Reproductive |
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The integumentary system includes all of the following EXCEPT what?
a. | Skin | b. | Hair | c. | Exocrine
glands | d. | Blood |
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Which layer of the skin is home to oil glands and elastin?
a. | Reticular | b. | Subcutaneous | c. | Papillary | d. | Secretory |
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When checking for cancer on the skin, _____________ is when the mole darkens or
changes in color, itches or hurts, or changes in shape.
a. | asymmetry | b. | border irregularity | c. | diameter | d. | evolution |
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What is it called when the skin has prolonged exposure to certain ingredients,
including a histamine response?
a. | Dermatitis | b. | Contact dermatitis | c. | Irritant contact
dermatitis | d. | Allergic contact dermatitis |
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The ___________________ is the hard protective plate that protects the tips of
the fingers or toes.
a. | nail plate | b. | nail cuticle | c. | matrix | d. | natural nail |
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The _______________ is composed mainly of keratin.
a. | nail plate | b. | nail cuticle | c. | matrix | d. | onyx |
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What is the relationship between water content and the nail?
a. | The lower the water content, the more rigid the nail becomes. | b. | The higher the water
content, the more rigid the nail becomes. | c. | The lower the water content, the softer the
nail becomes. | d. | The higher the water content, the more likely infection can
occur. |
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During which scenario do nail growth rates increase dramatically?
a. | First trimester of pregnancy | b. | Second trimester of
pregnancy | c. | Last trimester of pregnancy | d. | First three months after
delivery |
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What type of disorder is associated with damage to the capillaries under the
nail?
a. | Nail psoriasis | b. | Onychophagy | c. | Pincer
nail | d. | Splinter hemorrhage |
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Which of the following is used to enhance the appearance of an
individual?
a. | Medical practices | b. | Medical devices | c. | Beauty
services | d. | Drugs |
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Which of the following destroys all microbial life?
a. | sterilization | b. | disinfection | c. | sanitization | d. | cleaning |
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Which of the following would OSHA most likely be involved in regulating?
a. | the manufacture of chemical products used in the workplace | b. | the sale of chemical
products used in the workplace | c. | the disposal of chemical products in the
workplace | d. | the registration of chemical products used in the
workplace |
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Which of the following is TRUE of direct and indirect transmission of
disease?
a. | Direct transmission requires contact with another person, whereas indirect
transmission does not. | b. | Direct transmission does not require contact
with another person, whereas indirect transmission does. | c. | Both direct and
indirect transmission require contact with another person. | d. | Neither direct nor
indirect transmission require contact with another person. |
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Indirect transmission of a disease ______.
a. | occurs by kissing another person | b. | occurs by shaking hands with another
person | c. | happens through contact with an intermediate object | d. | cannot make an
individual sick |
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Most bacteria are ______.
a. | nonpathogenic | b. | pathogenic | c. | contagious | d. | deadly |
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The presence of pus is a sign of ______.
a. | bacterial infection | b. | inflammation | c. | nonpathogenic
organisms | d. | contagious disease |
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There can be no bacterial infection without the presence of what?
a. | pathogenic bacteria | b. | nonpathogenic bacteria | c. | pus | d. | inflammation |
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Which of the following is TRUE of sterilization?
a. | It is usually mandated in the beauty and wellness industry. | b. | It is the first step
in defense against the spread of disease. | c. | It destroys all microbial life except for
spores. | d. | It destroys all microbial life including spores. |
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Tuberculosis is transmitted through which of the following means?
a. | inhalation | b. | close contact with an infected
person | c. | direct transmission into the bloodstream | d. | touching an infected
object |
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When handling disinfectants, NEVER ______.
a. | add them to water to dilute them | b. | place them in unmarked
containers | c. | mix them together, even with manufacturer’s recommendations | d. | use them on
nonporous surfaces |
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What should you do if a tool or implement is dropped on the floor during a
service?
a. | If the client does not see it, quickly pick it up and continue. | b. | Immediately throw it
in the garbage. | c. | Immediately stop the service and ask your client to come back the next
day. | d. | Either replace or disinfect it prior to continuing the
service. |
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Fire extinguishers ______.
a. | should not be stored near other chemicals | b. | must by law be
checked regularly | c. | must be replaced annually | d. | can be stored
anywhere as long as they are out of the way |
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Which of the following is TRUE of how a beauty professional's appearance,
clothing, and other attire should look?
a. | Clothing should be loose and baggy. | b. | Long hair can be worn loose and
free. | c. | Necklaces and other jewelry can be long and dangly. | d. | Watches should be
waterproof and shock absorbent. |
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When working on the job, your cellphone should be ______.
a. | left at home | b. | checked only between
clients | c. | kept close by at all times in case another client calls | d. | worn on your waist
or stored in your pocket |
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Heidi has been extremely careful on the job this week in an effort to avoid
catching the virus (which is NOT an airborne virus) running through nearly every other
employee's immune system. As part of her efforts, she has not had any physical contact with any
of her coworkers. If she has in fact avoided all contact with others, which of the following is
TRUE?
a. | Heidi will catch the virus. | b. | Heidi cannot catch the
virus. | c. | If Heidi catches the virus, it will only have been through direct
transmission. | d. | If Heidi catches the virus, it will only have been through indirect
transmission. |
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Chloe spent the better part of an hour cleaning her tools and implements before
her shift started. She was, therefore, upset when her instructor, Janine, told her she'd have to
do it all again because she had not followed one of the three acceptable methods. In which of the
following ways was Chloe MOST LIKELY cleaning her tools and implements?
a. | Chloe was washing them with soap and water and then scrubbing them with a disinfected
nailbrush. | b. | Chloe was thoroughly wiping them down with sanitary wipes. | c. | Chloe was using a
chemical cleaner. | d. | Chloe was using an ultrasonic
unit. |
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Brenda works long hours, and because she comes into close contact with so many
clients, she is careful to keep her hands clean throughout the day. As her schedule is always quite
full, this often means using hand sanitizer instead of soap and water. Which of the following is an
issue Brenda is MOST LIKELY to face as a result of this?
a. | shortness of breath | b. | sore, red, and watery eyes | c. | hands that are dry
to the point of cracking | d. | lapses in short- and long-term memory and
recognition |
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Richard saw 16 clients on a busy Friday. Every single client appeared to be in
perfect health, showing no signs of any disease. Although Richard is always careful, he is much more
so when clients obviously appear to be sick. On Monday, Richard came down with a bad cold. If it is
TRUE that he caught this cold from one of the clients he saw on Friday, what else must also be
true?
a. | Richard never washed his hands on Friday. | b. | Richard was already
getting sick on Friday. | c. | The client from whom Richard acquired his cold
was asymptomatic. | d. | The client from whom Richard acquired his cold
was not contagious. |
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Sofia has worked at her current place of employment for nearly 10 years. As a
veteran of the industry, Sofia feels as though she does everything exactly as it should be done. For
example, she wears comfortable but professional clothing, always makes sure her hair is tied back and
out of the way, abstains from wearing any long or dangly jewelry, and always makes sure her cell
phone is placed securely on her workstation and on vibrate. What, if anything, is Sofia doing
incorrectly?
a. | Sofia should not be wearing comfortable clothing. | b. | Sofia's cell
phone should be stored out of sight. | c. | Sofia should not be wearing any
jewelry. | d. | Sofia is doing everything correctly. |
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It is important to educate your client for all the following reasons, EXCEPT
what?
a. | It makes your job easier. | b. | It helps increase your sales
tactics. | c. | It empowers your client in his/her own nail chemical abilities. | d. | It boosts your
credibility. |
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________ is/are a state of matter consisting of particles that have neither a
defined volume nor a defined shape.
a. | Vapors | b. | Gas | c. | Fumes | d. | Smoke |
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______________ allow(s) incompatible surfaces to be joined, like Scotch
tape.
a. | Primer | b. | Adhesion | c. | Adhesive | d. | Acetone |
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A(n) ____________ is also known as a base coat.
a. | primer | b. | adhesion | c. | adhesive | d. | acetone |
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___________ gets rid of the bacteria and fungi that cause fingernail
infections.
a. | Priming | b. | Dehydrating | c. | Scrubbing | d. | Filing |
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A _____________ is an ingredient that controls color stability and prevents
sunlight from causing fading or discoloration.
a. | UV stabilizer | b. | plasticizer | c. | cross-linker | d. | simple polymer
chain |
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_____________ are specialized acrylic monomers that have excellent adhesion to
the natural nail plate and polymerize in seconds; they are used to make wraps and nail
adhesives.
a. | Monomerates | b. | Cyanoacrylates | c. | Methacrylates | d. | Acrylates |
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44.
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How would you protect the breathing zone in accordance to OSHA?
a. | Fans | b. | Dust masks | c. | Open
windows | d. | Proper ventilation |
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Which of the following is NOT considered a special treatment as an add-on
service?
a. | Heated mitts | b. | Paraffin treatment | c. | Ventilation
system | d. | Foot mitts |
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Which of the following multiuse implements should be used to lift small bits of
debris from the nail plate?
a. | Nail nippers | b. | Tweezers | c. | Nail
clippers | d. | Metal pusher |
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Which of the following materials is best for a multiuse tool?
a. | Plastic | b. | Wood | c. | Stainless
steel | d. | Nickel-plated metal |
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48.
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Which of the following abrasives is used to shorten and shape natural
nails?
a. | Lower-grit abrasives | b. | Medium-grit abrasives | c. | Fine-grit
abrasives | d. | Abrasives should not be used to shape nails. |
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_______________ are designed to be absorbed into the nail plate to increase
flexibility and into the surrounding skin to soften and moisturize.
a. | Nail lotions | b. | Nail creams | c. | Nail
oils | d. | Nail hardeners |
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What would you recommend to a client who is dealing with weak nails and could
use the benefits of collagen on the nails?
a. | Gel polish | b. | Nail hardener | c. | Base
coat | d. | Top coat |
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Which nail type would you recommend to a client who would like a tapered, long
nail?
a. | Oval nail | b. | Round nail | c. | Pointed
nail | d. | Squoval nail |
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Which type of nail would you recommend to a client who has NOT had a manicure
before and would like to be conservative in nail shape?
a. | Oval nail | b. | Round nail | c. | Pointed
nail | d. | Squoval nail |
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Which of the following is the first step in the nail polish application
process?
a. | Base coat | b. | Polish color | c. | Top
coat | d. | Fast-drying top coat |
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54.
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Which of the following could you recommend to male clients who do not want a
polished look?
a. | Buffed nails | b. | Clear gloss | c. | Enhancements | d. | French manicure |
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55.
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What would eliminate the relaxation therapy of a massage?
a. | Shaking movements | b. | Tapping motions | c. | Squeezing | d. | Talking |
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What would you do if a client asked for chemical-free products?
a. | You should recommend the client to a nail tech who specializes in natural
products. | b. | You should recommend the client to a salon or spa that specializes in natural
products. | c. | You should have chemical-free products on hand to use. | d. | You should use the
product you were planning on using. |
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At what point should you perform a paraffin wax treatment in order to soften
callused skin?
a. | Before a manicure | b. | During a manicure | c. | After a
manicure | d. | As a stand-alone service; not with a manicure |
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At what point would you AVOID performing a paraffin wax treatment if you are
concerned about holding moisture?
a. | Before a manicure | b. | During a manicure | c. | After a
manicure | d. | As a stand-alone service; not with a manicure |
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Imagine that you are giving a manicure to a woman with special needs. When you
decide to choose an abrasive for the nails, which would you choose?
a. | Coarse grit | b. | Medium grit | c. | Fine
grit | d. | Buffer |
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60.
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Which of the following is NOT a necessary part of the routine care you need to
provide for your client during a pedicure?
a. | Caring for the client's feet | b. | Caring for the client's upper
legs | c. | Caring for the client's toes | d. | Caring for the client's
toenails |
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You can use ____________________ in an upscale service included in the massage
of the feet and legs.
a. | a paraffin treatment | b. | hot stones | c. | a pedicure
footbath | d. | terry cloth mitts |
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_____________ are/is an implement with a small scoop-shaped end that allows for
more efficient removal of debris from the nail folds, eponychium, and hyponychium.
a. | Toenail clippers | b. | Toenail nippers | c. | A
curette | d. | A nail rasp |
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Celeste, a nail tech, is speaking to Kim, another nail tech, about her dry skin.
What might Kim ask Celeste if she is using that could help prevent dry skin?
a. | Hand cream | b. | Gloves | c. | Terry cloth towels
to dry her hands | d. | Ointment |
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64.
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For toenails, which grit is best to use in general?
a. | Coarse grit | b. | Medium grit | c. | Fine
grit | d. | Buffer only |
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The MOST enjoyable _____________ is rhythmic.
a. | pedicure | b. | microtrauma | c. | massage | d. | reflexology |
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66.
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Which of the following can cause a ticklish sensation?
a. | A light, loose grip | b. | A gentle, firm grip | c. | A tight, firm
grip | d. | A quick, pinching grip |
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If your client has this special consideration, give room for any assistance that
the other person may need to provide.
a. | A caregiver | b. | Lowered immunity | c. | Painful
joints | d. | Altered vision |
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68.
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If your client has this special consideration, make sure to follow strict
infections control practices.
a. | A caregiver | b. | Lowered immunity | c. | Painful
joints | d. | Altered vision |
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Josie is an instructor and is discussing safety procedures for clients with
special considerations. She says to be mindful when performing this service of clients who are
sensitive to heat due to a loss of sensation in the extremities.
a. | Pedicure | b. | Paraffin | c. | Massage | d. | Reflexology |
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When giving a pedicure to this client with special considerations, be sure to
check for signs of infections between the toes.
a. | Involuntary movement | b. | Limited mobility | c. | Painful
joints | d. | Altered vision |
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71.
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Sofia is a new nail tech employee. Her manager noticed that Sofia has just taken
on a walk-in client when she had only started disinfecting her foot spa a few minutes earlier. What
has Sofia likely done?
a. | Sofia has completed every step in cleaning the foot spa. | b. | Sofia has likely
rushed through cleaning the foot spa. | c. | Sofia has likely not learned how to clean the
foot spa. | d. | Sofia has likely put off cleaning the foot spa until
later. |
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72.
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Hobby tools should NOT be used on which of the following?
a. | Glass | b. | Metal | c. | Wood | d. | Nails |
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73.
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Which size is intended for professional nail bits?
a. | 1/8" | b. | 1/16" | c. | 1/24" | d. | 1/32" |
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_______________ is understood as the power of a machine or its ability to keep
turning when you are applying pressure during filing.
a. | Torque | b. | RPM | c. | Tolerance | d. | Flute |
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75.
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Which type of bit chips the surface of product when filing and can be used in a
back-and-forth motion?
a. | Silicone | b. | Diamond | c. | Swiss
carbide | d. | Carbide |
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76.
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What speed should you put your machine on when removing gel polish from hard gel
or acrylic product?
a. | Low | b. | Low to medium | c. | Medium | d. | Medium to high |
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77.
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Using your pedicure bit in one direction will reduce calluses by ______.
a. | 25–50% | b. | 50–75% | c. | 70–80% | d. | 80–90% |
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78.
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What is the last step of electric filing for pedicures?
a. | Clean the feet and inspect for cuts or unhealthy conditions. | b. | Dry the
feet. | c. | Use a medium-grit bit and run over callused areas. | d. | Clean and disinfect
bits. |
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79.
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Dominique notices a client, whom she has never seen before, walk into the salon.
The client asks for a nail extension service but doesn't have an appointment. Dominique has time
to assist the client but not as much time as she would like to have. What should Dominique do?
a. | Perform a dry manicure. | b. | Ask the client to soak her hands in water while
Dominique assists another client. | c. | Skip the cuticle removal part of the
process. | d. | Suggest the client make an appointment for a basic
manicure. |
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80.
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What term describes a type of manicure used prior to an enhancement service to
prepare the cuticle and nail plate without soaking them in water?
a. | Wet | b. | Dry | c. | Basic | d. | Complex |
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81.
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What would you use to provide strength, structure, and support to a nail?
a. | Forms | b. | Nail adhesive | c. | Overlay | d. | Nail tips |
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82.
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Which type of nail form is sold in 100 or 500 count?
a. | Disposable | b. | Reusable | c. | Natural | d. | Recycled |
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83.
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Which type of nail form is usually sold in a 10-piece container?
a. | Disposable | b. | Reusable | c. | Natural | d. | Recycled |
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84.
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When should you shape the nail tip?
a. | Before you blend down the contact area | b. | After you blend down the contact
area | c. | Either before or after you blend down the contact area | d. | Blending down the
contact area is the very last step. |
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85.
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What is the average percent of a C-curve in a salon or spa?
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86.
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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 |
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87.
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The tacky layer on top of the nail is called the ____________ layer.
a. | keratin | b. | inhibition | c. | primer | d. | grit |
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88.
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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 |
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89.
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Which type of file would you use for refining and finishing?
a. | Coarse grit | b. | Medium grit | c. | Fine
grit | d. | Buffer |
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90.
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__________ is the measurement of the thickness or thinness of a liquid and
affects how that fluid flows.
a. | An exothermic reaction | b. | Viscosity | c. | Polymerization | d. | Overlaying |
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91.
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_____________ occurs as each bond of the polymer is created: The more bonds that
are formed when the gel cures, the more heat that is generated.
a. | An exothermic reaction | b. | Viscosity | c. | Polymerization | d. | Overlaying |
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92.
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______________ gels are thick-viscosity gels that allow the nail technician to
build an arch or extension.
a. | Polymer | b. | Building | c. | Soak-off | d. | Finishing |
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93.
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Be sure to choose an application brush that has the following qualities EXCEPT
what?
a. | Small | b. | Flat | c. | Square
shape | d. | Nylon |
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94.
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Which of the following should a nail technician use to give a high-gloss shine
when gel polish will not be used?
a. | Bonding gel | b. | Nail cleanser | c. | Finishing
gel | d. | Building gel |
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95.
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How often should gel enhancements be removed?
a. | 1–2 weeks | b. | 2–3 weeks | c. | 30–45
days | d. | 2–3 months |
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96.
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What will occur if you contact the skin with beads of gel?
a. | Lifting | b. | Free-edge chipping | c. | Free-edge product
separation | d. | Poor adhesion |
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97.
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What usually occurs when clients and nail techs are choosing the service that
will be performed?
a. | Nail techs usually do whatever clients want, even if they don't
agree. | b. | Clients usually do whatever the nail techs want, even if they don't
agree. | c. | Clients usually listen to what nail techs recommend. | d. | Nail techs
don't usually give their opinion on what the client should get. |
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98.
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What colors are pure-pigment colors that CANNOT be obtained from mixing other
colors together?
a. | Primary | b. | Secondary | c. | Tertiary | d. | Complementary |
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99.
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Art inside the nail is called what?
a. | Gel polish | b. | 3-D | c. | Inlaid
designs | d. | Color blocking |
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100.
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A _____________ is a precut sheet of clear, thin plastic with a sticky backing
that is cut by a machine into various shapes or designs.
a. | heel | b. | stamp | c. | stencil | d. | stylus |
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