Cosmetology Test Nail Care and Procedures 4

Question 1

What is the recommended direction for trimming toenails to prevent ingrown nails?

Accepted Answer

Straight across

Answer

Curved, following the toe shape

Answer

At a 45-degree angle on each side

Answer

Filing only, never trimming

Question 2

Which tool is best for gently pushing back the cuticle during a manicure?

Accepted Answer

Cuticle pusher or orangewood stick

Answer

Nail nipper

Answer

Emery board

Answer

Metal nail file

Question 3

Buff 'n' Shine or three-way buffing blocks work in which sequence for the best shine?

Accepted Answer

Coarse to medium to fine grit

Answer

Fine to coarse to medium grit

Answer

Medium to fine to coarse grit

Answer

Fine to medium then back to fine

Question 4

Which type of nail wrap provides the most strength and durability for nail repair?

Accepted Answer

Fiberglass wrap

Answer

Paper wrap

Answer

Silk wrap

Answer

Linen wrap

Question 5

What does a cosmetologist check for before performing any nail service to ensure client safety?

Accepted Answer

Contraindications such as infections, open wounds, or skin disorders

Answer

The client's nail polish preference

Answer

The room temperature for product performance

Answer

Whether the client has eaten recently

Question 6

The free edge of the nail is the portion that:

Accepted Answer

Extends beyond the fingertip and can be shaped

Answer

Attaches to the nail matrix

Answer

Covers the lunula

Answer

Is embedded under the proximal fold

Question 7

During a gel manicure, what causes the 'inhibition layer' left on the nail surface after curing?

Accepted Answer

Oxygen in the air preventing full surface polymerization

Answer

Insufficient UV lamp wattage

Answer

Applying gel too thickly

Answer

Using an expired top coat