Ohio State Board Nail Technician Practice Exam

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Conquer the Ohio State Board Nail Technician Exam with our comprehensive practice quiz. Designed to mimic the real test, it's the perfect tool for aspiring nail technicians to review essential concepts, master practical skills, and boost their confidence for exam day.

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Before nail polish is applied, the nail plate should be free of?

  1. Oil and debris

  2. Moisture

  3. Any color

  4. Base coat

The correct answer is: Oil and debris

Before applying nail polish, it is necessary to have a clean nail plate. This means that it should be free of any oils and debris. Moisture, color, and base coat may interfere with the adherence of the nail polish and affect the overall finish and longevity of the manicure. Therefore, these options are incorrect as they would not provide a suitable surface for the nail polish to be applied. Other factors, such as filing the nails to the desired shape and buffing the nail surface, may also be necessary before applying nail polish.