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MANICURIST STATE BOARD TEST EXAM 1
VERIFIED QUESTIONS & 100% ACCURATE
ANSWERS | COMPLETELY UPDATED 2025–2026
EDITION A+ PERFORMANCE GUARANTEED
the matrix area contains nerves, lymph and blood vessels to _____ the matrix cells
- ANSWER: nourish
a nail that has a dramatically increased nail curvature of the free edge is called: -
ANSWER: pincer nail
which of the following reduces brittleness of the nail and are useful when applied
before bedtime? - ANSWER: oils, creams, and lotions
a succession of strokes in massage in which the handle glide over an area is known
as: - ANSWER: effleurage
which of the following is considered a barrier product? - ANSWER: nail creams
when should salons use EPA registered hospital disinfectant? - ANSWER: after
every client
which of the following is not generally considered a single use implement? -
ANSWER: nail nippers
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a ____ should be applied to the skin and remain there for 5-10 minutes? -
ANSWER: mask
what tool should be used to cut nail tips? - ANSWER: tip cutters
a _____ tip covers the entire apex area and usually covers more than half of the
nail plate - ANSWER: full-well
round nails: - ANSWER: mimic the cutie line and might be slightly tapered on the
sides
which nail shape is like a soft square? - ANSWER: squoval
when creating a dip system nail set which step is applied last? - ANSWER: the
base
gels are___cured - ANSWER: light
what would you use for smoothing nails? - ANSWER: buffer
a nail primer is a substance that: - ANSWER: improves adhesion
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improper nail preparation is a leading cause of most types of nail enhancement
product _____. - ANSWER: lifting
which of the following are considered proper ventilation for nail salons? -
ANSWER: local exhaust ventilation
_____ are formed when liquids evaporate into the air. - ANSWER: vapors
____ are extremely long chains of molecules with each chain containing millions
of molecules. - ANSWER: polymers
the ____ nerve supplies the fingers. - ANSWER: digital
A ____ tip is usually altered at the well line to expose more of the natural nail -
ANSWER: partial well
what might happen if you put a nail tip that is too small onto a nail plate -
ANSWER: the tip might pop off
a nail technician should be especially careful when using which of the following to
avoid the possibility of the skin to be scratched and a portal of entry for pathogenic
microorganisms to be created? - ANSWER: exfoliating scrub
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how often would you typically recommend that clients come in for pedicures? -
ANSWER: every 4 weeks
which of the following protects skin from damage cause by ultraviolet rays? -
ANSWER: sunscreens
In massage, a rapid tapping or striking motion of the hands against the skin is
called: - ANSWER: tapotement
the regulation for performing nail services within your state, help you map your: -
ANSWER: scope of practice
which product would you pick up to prevent chipping and add shine or matte finish
to the nails? - ANSWER: top coat
Which kind of viscosity would provide the best adhesion? - ANSWER: very thin
what is a dip system? - ANSWER: A resin and polymer powder based system
When using a resin system with a wrap, when should you apply the resin? -
ANSWER: before and after the wrap
MANICURIST STATE BOARD TEST EXAM 1
VERIFIED QUESTIONS & 100% ACCURATE
ANSWERS | COMPLETELY UPDATED 2025–2026
EDITION A+ PERFORMANCE GUARANTEED
the matrix area contains nerves, lymph and blood vessels to _____ the matrix cells
- ANSWER: nourish
a nail that has a dramatically increased nail curvature of the free edge is called: -
ANSWER: pincer nail
which of the following reduces brittleness of the nail and are useful when applied
before bedtime? - ANSWER: oils, creams, and lotions
a succession of strokes in massage in which the handle glide over an area is known
as: - ANSWER: effleurage
which of the following is considered a barrier product? - ANSWER: nail creams
when should salons use EPA registered hospital disinfectant? - ANSWER: after
every client
which of the following is not generally considered a single use implement? -
ANSWER: nail nippers
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a ____ should be applied to the skin and remain there for 5-10 minutes? -
ANSWER: mask
what tool should be used to cut nail tips? - ANSWER: tip cutters
a _____ tip covers the entire apex area and usually covers more than half of the
nail plate - ANSWER: full-well
round nails: - ANSWER: mimic the cutie line and might be slightly tapered on the
sides
which nail shape is like a soft square? - ANSWER: squoval
when creating a dip system nail set which step is applied last? - ANSWER: the
base
gels are___cured - ANSWER: light
what would you use for smoothing nails? - ANSWER: buffer
a nail primer is a substance that: - ANSWER: improves adhesion
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improper nail preparation is a leading cause of most types of nail enhancement
product _____. - ANSWER: lifting
which of the following are considered proper ventilation for nail salons? -
ANSWER: local exhaust ventilation
_____ are formed when liquids evaporate into the air. - ANSWER: vapors
____ are extremely long chains of molecules with each chain containing millions
of molecules. - ANSWER: polymers
the ____ nerve supplies the fingers. - ANSWER: digital
A ____ tip is usually altered at the well line to expose more of the natural nail -
ANSWER: partial well
what might happen if you put a nail tip that is too small onto a nail plate -
ANSWER: the tip might pop off
a nail technician should be especially careful when using which of the following to
avoid the possibility of the skin to be scratched and a portal of entry for pathogenic
microorganisms to be created? - ANSWER: exfoliating scrub
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how often would you typically recommend that clients come in for pedicures? -
ANSWER: every 4 weeks
which of the following protects skin from damage cause by ultraviolet rays? -
ANSWER: sunscreens
In massage, a rapid tapping or striking motion of the hands against the skin is
called: - ANSWER: tapotement
the regulation for performing nail services within your state, help you map your: -
ANSWER: scope of practice
which product would you pick up to prevent chipping and add shine or matte finish
to the nails? - ANSWER: top coat
Which kind of viscosity would provide the best adhesion? - ANSWER: very thin
what is a dip system? - ANSWER: A resin and polymer powder based system
When using a resin system with a wrap, when should you apply the resin? -
ANSWER: before and after the wrap
