NAIL TECHNICIAN STATE BOARD EXAM
2026-2027 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS GRADED A+
Which is the best filing technique to use on a natural fingernail
A) Side to center
B) Center to side
C) Back and forth
D) Into the corners
A) Side to center
Which type of nail wrap is considered to be the strongest wrap fabric?
A) silk
B) linen
C) paper
D) fiberglass
B) linen
Which of the following is a chemical germicide formulated for use on the skin
A) Antiseptic
B) Bleach
C) Disinfectant
,D) Quat Solution
A) Antiseptic
All of the following are types of basic nail shapes EXCEPT
A) Cone
B) Pointed
C) Round
D) Squoval
A) Cone
All of the following are products used to perform a basic manicure EXCEPT
A) nail oil
B) primer
C) remover
D) top coat
B) primer
Which is an example of a parasite
A) Mildew
B) Scabies
C) Tinea Barbae
D) Tinea Capitis
,B) Scabies
Which is the ONLY way to remove excess cuticle around the nail with a nipper?
A) Cut
B) Rip
C) Tear
D) Trim
D) Trim
Which is a place used for storing disinfected tools and implements in the salon?
A) Utility Cart
B) Covered Container
C) Laundry Facility
D) Back Bar
B) Covered Container
All of the following purposes of having a SDS available apply EXCEPT
A) The knowledge of safety in handling supplies
B) To have quick access to medical and first aid information
C) Knowing what supplies are in stock
D) To keep from being fined
, C) Knowing what supplies are in stock
All of the following are examples of single-use materials used in nail services
EXCEPT
A) paraffin mitts
B) pedicure slippers
C) plastic spatulas
D) two-way buffers
A) paraffin mitts
All of the following are steps involved in the removal of fabric wraps EXCEPT
A) gently buff with 240 grit buffer
B) re-hydrate nail after removal
C) soak in non-acetone polish remover
D) slide off softened material with wooden pusher
C) soak in non-acetone polish remover
Which of the following is a device that uses steam to sterilize equipment and
deactivate bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores
A) Autoclave
B) Steamer
2026-2027 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS GRADED A+
Which is the best filing technique to use on a natural fingernail
A) Side to center
B) Center to side
C) Back and forth
D) Into the corners
A) Side to center
Which type of nail wrap is considered to be the strongest wrap fabric?
A) silk
B) linen
C) paper
D) fiberglass
B) linen
Which of the following is a chemical germicide formulated for use on the skin
A) Antiseptic
B) Bleach
C) Disinfectant
,D) Quat Solution
A) Antiseptic
All of the following are types of basic nail shapes EXCEPT
A) Cone
B) Pointed
C) Round
D) Squoval
A) Cone
All of the following are products used to perform a basic manicure EXCEPT
A) nail oil
B) primer
C) remover
D) top coat
B) primer
Which is an example of a parasite
A) Mildew
B) Scabies
C) Tinea Barbae
D) Tinea Capitis
,B) Scabies
Which is the ONLY way to remove excess cuticle around the nail with a nipper?
A) Cut
B) Rip
C) Tear
D) Trim
D) Trim
Which is a place used for storing disinfected tools and implements in the salon?
A) Utility Cart
B) Covered Container
C) Laundry Facility
D) Back Bar
B) Covered Container
All of the following purposes of having a SDS available apply EXCEPT
A) The knowledge of safety in handling supplies
B) To have quick access to medical and first aid information
C) Knowing what supplies are in stock
D) To keep from being fined
, C) Knowing what supplies are in stock
All of the following are examples of single-use materials used in nail services
EXCEPT
A) paraffin mitts
B) pedicure slippers
C) plastic spatulas
D) two-way buffers
A) paraffin mitts
All of the following are steps involved in the removal of fabric wraps EXCEPT
A) gently buff with 240 grit buffer
B) re-hydrate nail after removal
C) soak in non-acetone polish remover
D) slide off softened material with wooden pusher
C) soak in non-acetone polish remover
Which of the following is a device that uses steam to sterilize equipment and
deactivate bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores
A) Autoclave
B) Steamer
