Arizona State Board Nail Technology Practice Exam

The same tools are required for a __________.

1. Gel manicure

2. Fabric wrap repair

3. Dip application

4. Acrylic fill

The correct answer is: Fabric wrap repair

The correct answer relates to the fact that a fabric wrap repair often utilizes similar tools as those used for other nail enhancements. When performing a fabric wrap, the technician typically employs tools such as scissors, a brush for the adhesive, and files for shaping and smoothing the nails. These tools are fundamental across various nail enhancement techniques, not only for applying fabric wraps but also for other treatments that require similar application processes. In contrast, while each of the other options—gel manicures, dip applications, and acrylic fills—has unique procedural requirements, they generally involve specific products and tools tailored for those techniques. For example, gel manicures often need UV or LED lamps for curing, and dip applications require specific powders and activators that differ from those used in fabric wraps. Therefore, it's the nature of the fabric wrap that allows for a broader overlap of tools, thus making it the best answer in this context.