CODA EXAM ACTUAL EXAMINATION TEST
2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ A mixed dentition usually consists of. Answer: deciduous and
permanent teeth existing in a child's mouth simultaneously
◉ The arch wire is located on which surfaces?. Answer: labial or
lingual surfaces
◉ To construct a mouth guard, the dental assistant must take an.
Answer: alginate impression
◉ A result of orthodontic treatment may be. Answer: an improved
appearance
◉ The term exodontist refers to a person who limits their practice
to. Answer: removal of teeth
◉ A common post-surgical complication following perio-surgery is.
Answer: severe bleeding
◉ Cephalometry is. Answer: taking measurements of the skull
,◉ For the diagnosis and treatment planning of root canal therapy, it
is necessary to have available. Answer: x-ray film
◉ A biopsy is. Answer: to obtain a specimen of a suspicious lesion
◉ The occlusal view of the maxillary first molar contains how many
cusps?. Answer: 5
◉ When mixing ZOE in preparation for use in a dry socket, a ________
is used.. Answer: parchment pad
◉ Plaster will emit warmth after mixing because. Answer: of setting
reaction
◉ Construction of custom trays calls for which type of resin
material?. Answer: acrylic resin
◉ The proper time to pour alginate impressions up in stone is.
Answer: immediately
◉ When constructing a custom acrylic tray, placing it in warm water
will. Answer: speed polymerization
,◉ One of the uses of plaster is. Answer: to take an impression
◉ The primary use of the high-velocity evacuator tip is to. Answer:
properly keep the field clear
◉ Record of sterilization monitoring should be kept on file for.
Answer: State Dental Board and legal purposes
◉ The test that is used to measure the pH of the saliva found in the
mouth is. Answer: Snyder test
◉ What vitamin deficiency is responsible for many periodontal
problems?. Answer: D
◉ Disclosing tablets are used to. Answer: detect plaque
◉ The periodontal probe is placed between the tissue and the tooth
surface to. Answer: measure the depth of the pocket
◉ A recommended concentration of fluoride in drinking water is
approximately __ part(s) per million. Answer: 1
◉ Once plaque has been thoroughly removed, it will take __ hours to
form again.. Answer: 24
, ◉ What is the best method to verify proper sterilization for the
autoclave?. Answer: biological indicator
◉ What is not among transmitted diseases?. Answer: oral cancer
◉ What does not sterilize?. Answer: ultra sonic
◉ To prevent cross contamination in the dental office, which of the
following is true regarding the use of gloves?. Answer: use of a new
pair of gloves between patients
◉ An advantage of using fixed rather than a removable orthodontic
appliance is. Answer: elimination of dependence upon patient
cooperation
◉ Hands must be. Answer: washed and re gloved before every
patient
◉ When taking the blood pressure on the adult make, the normal
range of the systolic will fall between what?. Answer: 120-140mm
◉ A patient scheduled for dental surgery using local anesthetic is
cautioned against using _____ prior to surgery.. Answer: alcohol
2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS AND
SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ A mixed dentition usually consists of. Answer: deciduous and
permanent teeth existing in a child's mouth simultaneously
◉ The arch wire is located on which surfaces?. Answer: labial or
lingual surfaces
◉ To construct a mouth guard, the dental assistant must take an.
Answer: alginate impression
◉ A result of orthodontic treatment may be. Answer: an improved
appearance
◉ The term exodontist refers to a person who limits their practice
to. Answer: removal of teeth
◉ A common post-surgical complication following perio-surgery is.
Answer: severe bleeding
◉ Cephalometry is. Answer: taking measurements of the skull
,◉ For the diagnosis and treatment planning of root canal therapy, it
is necessary to have available. Answer: x-ray film
◉ A biopsy is. Answer: to obtain a specimen of a suspicious lesion
◉ The occlusal view of the maxillary first molar contains how many
cusps?. Answer: 5
◉ When mixing ZOE in preparation for use in a dry socket, a ________
is used.. Answer: parchment pad
◉ Plaster will emit warmth after mixing because. Answer: of setting
reaction
◉ Construction of custom trays calls for which type of resin
material?. Answer: acrylic resin
◉ The proper time to pour alginate impressions up in stone is.
Answer: immediately
◉ When constructing a custom acrylic tray, placing it in warm water
will. Answer: speed polymerization
,◉ One of the uses of plaster is. Answer: to take an impression
◉ The primary use of the high-velocity evacuator tip is to. Answer:
properly keep the field clear
◉ Record of sterilization monitoring should be kept on file for.
Answer: State Dental Board and legal purposes
◉ The test that is used to measure the pH of the saliva found in the
mouth is. Answer: Snyder test
◉ What vitamin deficiency is responsible for many periodontal
problems?. Answer: D
◉ Disclosing tablets are used to. Answer: detect plaque
◉ The periodontal probe is placed between the tissue and the tooth
surface to. Answer: measure the depth of the pocket
◉ A recommended concentration of fluoride in drinking water is
approximately __ part(s) per million. Answer: 1
◉ Once plaque has been thoroughly removed, it will take __ hours to
form again.. Answer: 24
, ◉ What is the best method to verify proper sterilization for the
autoclave?. Answer: biological indicator
◉ What is not among transmitted diseases?. Answer: oral cancer
◉ What does not sterilize?. Answer: ultra sonic
◉ To prevent cross contamination in the dental office, which of the
following is true regarding the use of gloves?. Answer: use of a new
pair of gloves between patients
◉ An advantage of using fixed rather than a removable orthodontic
appliance is. Answer: elimination of dependence upon patient
cooperation
◉ Hands must be. Answer: washed and re gloved before every
patient
◉ When taking the blood pressure on the adult make, the normal
range of the systolic will fall between what?. Answer: 120-140mm
◉ A patient scheduled for dental surgery using local anesthetic is
cautioned against using _____ prior to surgery.. Answer: alcohol
