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What are collagen and elastin?
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flexible protein fibers found within the dermis
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In acrylic nail enhancements, the polymer is the:
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powder
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For clients to want to return, your salon must:
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be sparkling clean, physically attractive, and run smoothly
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If you fail to scrub the client’s nails before applying a fingernail coating, it can:
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cause the product to adhere poorly, lead to fingernail infection, cause oils to get trapped between the nail and the product being applied.
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In ancient Rome, women used different hair colors to indicate their class in society. Which of the following statements is not true?
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Brown had a religious connotation.
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The chemical reaction that creates polymers and cures or hardens acrylic (methacrylate) nail enhancements is called:
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polymerization
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Using an activator with fabric wraps:
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speeds up the hardening process
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What is a solute?
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a substance within a solution
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Identify the visual tools you should use during a nail consultation.
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magazine clips, drawing of nail shapes, personal portfolio
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What is the standard shank size for nail machines?
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3/32”
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When handling nail adhesive, the nail technician should always:
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wear safety eyewear
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The thickness, width, and curvature of the nail is most strongly influenced by what?
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length, width, and curvature of the matrix
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What should be a key area of concern when preparing for a job interview?
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your wardrobe and overall appearance
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A fungal infection of the feet is called what?
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tinea pedis
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Before the client arrives, you should:
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prepare your workstation
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HIV can be contracted through:
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blood transfusions, sexual contact with an infected person, dirty hypodermic needles
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Improper nail preparation is the leading cause of what?
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nail lifting
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A _________ is used to clean fingernails and remove debris.
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nail brush
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What is the best way to finish an artificial nail enhancement to ensure that it has no visible scratches?
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graduate bits from coarse to fine
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Which of the following best describes a business plan?
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a written description of your business as it is today and as it is projected to be in the next 5 years (detailed by year)
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Gold leafing sheets are also referred to as:
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nugget sheets
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Carbon, oxygen, nitrogen. silver, and sulfur are all examples of:
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elements
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When you do not repay a loan, you are:
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in default
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In general, which type of bead is the ideal mix ratio for working with monomer liquids and polymer powders?
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medium
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Which of these is the most ideal place to study?
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in a quiet spot where you can study uninterrupted.
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The average length of time it takes for the natural fingernail to grow to the free edge is:
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4 to 6 months
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How many pages should your résumé be?
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one page
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What is electricity?
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a form of energy
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Why is the AEFM important to nail technicians?
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it sets safety standards for the industry, it is product-neutral, it is training organization
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The _________ defend(s) against invading microorganisms and toxins.
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lymph vascular system
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Because nail polish does not have cross-linked polymers it:
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chips easily
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How do you help maintain a higher water content in dehydrated nails?
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treat nail plate with an oil-based nail conditioner and keep the nails polished
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The humerus is the:
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uppermost, largest bone of the arm
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Which of the following is used to trigger polymerization?
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an initiator
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A set of guidelines published by OSHA that require the employer and the employee to assume that all human blood and body fluids are infectious for bloodborne pathogens is called:
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Universal Precautions
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How can you tell that your UV bulbs need to be changed?
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length of time in use
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UV gels are _________ acrylics.
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softer than
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What is the end of the brush bristle called?
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tip
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What should nail technicians do to avoid developing contact dermatitis?
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wear gloves when using acetone to remove nail polish, wipe their table down after each client, wipe down products on a daily basis
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Which nail condition is safe to work with in the salon?
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onychophagy
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Retinoic acid contains a high concentration of which vitamin?
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Vitamin A
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When your nail gets an adequate amount of water, it:
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becomes more flexible
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Harmful and disease-producing pathogenic bacteria that invade plant or animal tissue are called:
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parasites
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What is a salon manager’s primary job?
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to make sure the salon runs smoothly
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The branch of anatomy that covers the nervous system and its disorders is called:
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neurology
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Organic chemistry is the study of:
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substances containing carbon
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In massage, a movement that includes kneading, squeezing, and friction is called:
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petrissage
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Which type of machine is recommended for professional nail technicians?
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micromotor machines
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Receptivity involves:
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being a good listener
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What is the difference between the way that a fuse and a circuit breaker work?
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one is a switch; one blows out or melts
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While you are airbrushing, you should:
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move your arm, but keep your wrist straight
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Who is credited with refining the process of steam distillation?
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Avicenna
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Nail polishes and top coats undergo a:
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physical reaction by hardening through evaporation
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Nail ridges are the result of:
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uneven nail growth
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Gloves made of _________ work best for nail-related applications.
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nitrile polymer
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Covering a crack or break in the nail with a piece of fabric cut to fit the crack is called a:
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repair patch
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How should you apply wrap resin?
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down the center of the nail with an extender tip
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Which of the following describe(s) an alternating current?
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is used by any appliance that plugs into the wall, flows in one direction and then the other, changes direction 60 times a second
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What commonsense rules apply to wearing perfume in the workplace?
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keep perfume usage to a minimum, if at all
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What precaution(s) should you take to ensure that your UV bulbs are adequately curing gel nail enhancements?
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use the lamp designed for your system, clean surfaces of bulbs on a daily basis, replace bulbs at least three times per year.
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What is the name of the implement that shapes the free edge of the nail?
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abrasive file
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If a client has nails that are brittle, deeply split, and have vertical ridges, you should:
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treat the client only if the nail is not split down to the nail bed
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You should keep your brush and UV gel away from UV gel lamps, full-spectrum table lamps, and sunlight while doing a UV gel procedure in order to prevent:
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hardening
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The pus-forming bacteria that grow in bunches or clusters are called:
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staphylococci
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What does the Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) certification do?
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it certifies the safety of electrical appliances
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What causes poor nail growth?
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nail disorder or disease, injury to the matrix, poor general health
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Movable joints include the:
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elbows, knees, and hips
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The _________ separates the chest from the abdominal region and controls breathing.
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diaphragm
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Which of the following has the greatest effect on skin aging?
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sun
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Which of the following best describes the primary function of the muscular system?
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allows the body to move internally and externally
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What does floating the bead mean?
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dropping a generous bead of sealer on the nail plate and floating it across the nail with a brush
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dropping a generous bead of sealer on the nail plate and floating it across the nail with a brush
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ask clients to move their hands or legs closer to you
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A _________ is used to remove nail cosmetics from their containers.
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plastic or metal spatula
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Water, air, metals, and minerals are all what?
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inorganic substances
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During an interview, an employer is not allowed to ask questions about your:
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religion, race, national origin
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Before applying nail art, polished nails should always be:
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completely dry
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Which of these is a very old term for any adhesive made by boiling animal hides, hooves, and bones?
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glue
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What does goal setting do for you?
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helps determine what you want out of life
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To maintain your integrity, you should:
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make sure your behavior and actions match your values
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The nail care implement that has one end shaped like an ice cream scoop is called a:
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curette
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Identify which of the following is a physical mixture:
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concrete, cornbread, steel
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Related health and lifestyle issues that would be contraindicative of having a nail service are covered in the:
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consultation and intake form
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What causes skin allergies to primers?
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long-term exposure
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When disinfecting nondisposable implements, they should be _________ in disinfectant solution.
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fully immersed
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Which of these is an example of a multi-use item?
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nippers
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Normal wall sockets used to power appliances such as curling irons and hair dryers are:
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121 volts
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What causes UV gel products to form a sticky surface?
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oligomers
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Which of the following describes the potential cause(s) of microshattering?
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working too aggressively, using poor quality bits, handpiece held at wrong angle
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How often should you check your nail primer for clarity?
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daily
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Incorporating is one of the best ways that a business owner can protect his or her:
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personal assets
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To maintain good personal hygiene throughout the day, you should:
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do self-checks periodically throughout the day
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Putting clients first is _________ in any service industry
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required
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Which of the following best describes what a dress code is?
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salon rules regarding the correct manner of dress for that particular business
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Liquid tissue consists of:
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blood and lymph
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When clients come to their pedicure appointments wearing closed-toe shoes, what should you have them wear after their services to prevent their polish from being marred or smeared?
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pedicure slippers
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You leave 1/16th” margin on each side of the nail plate in which type of polish application?
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slimline
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What is the most important role that cells perform in the human body?
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carry out all life processes
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What should a job description contain?
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duties and responsibilities
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Redness, pain, swelling, and pus are signs of:
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infection
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To safely remove a fabric nail wrap, you should:
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soak nail wraps in an acetone solution until softened, slide off the nail wrap using a wooden pusher, buff the nail to remove any adhesive residue
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