Question 1

Technician A says when washing a vehicle, terry cloth towels easily pick dirt particles from the surface and then easily slough them off when rinsing them in water. Technician B says that the chamois or terry cloth towel should be dragged across the surface when using them to dry the surface rather than scrubbing with them. Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Accepted Answer

Both A and B are correct because terry cloth towels are effective at removing dirt particles and should be dragged across the surface to avoid scratching it.

Question 2

Technician A says that RPM stands for ____________________ per minute.

Accepted Answer

Revolutions

Question 3

Technician A says that the glass should be cleaned before the vehicle is washed and detailed. Technician B says that glass should be washed last because most of the other processes would dirty it if done before. Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Accepted Answer

Technician B is correct because washing the glass last prevents it from getting dirty from other detailing processes.

Question 4

Technician A says that swirl marks are natural and unavoidable. Technician B says that if a scratch can be felt when a fingernail is raked across it, one will not be able to buff it out. Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Accepted Answer

Technician B is correct. Swirl marks can be minimized through proper washing and drying techniques, as well as using gentle polishing methods. However, they cannot be completely avoided. As for scratches, if they are deep enough to be felt with a fingernail, they have penetrated the clear coat and cannot be buffed out.

Question 5

A shop uses 17 sheets a day of P1000 grit sandpaper. They work five days a week, fifty weeks a year. For one year of business, the shop will need ____________________ sheets of P1000 grit paper.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A shop uses 17 sheets a day...

Question 6

Technician A says that wool polishing pads are more aggresive than wool blend pads. Technician B says that larger cell size foam polishing pads are more aggressive quality than a smooth pad. . Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Accepted Answer

Both statements are correct. Wool polishing pads are indeed more aggressive than wool blend pads due to the natural fibers' ability to cut through surfaces more effectively. Similarly, larger cell size foam polishing pads are more aggressive than smooth pads because the larger cells provide more cutting power and can remove defects more quickly.

Question 7

Acid rain residue must be neutralized.

Accepted Answer

Acid rain deposits can be harmful to the environment and must be neutralized in order to prevent further damage.

Question 8

Technician A says that a foam buffing pad is cleaned with a brush. Technician B says that a polishing foam pad is cleaned with a spur. Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A not B

Accepted Answer

Foam buffing pads are typically cleaned using a brush or by washing, not with a spur, which is more commonly used for cleaning wool pads.

Question 9

The two bucket method of washing uses two bucked of soapy water, one for the first cleaning and the second for the second washing,

Accepted Answer

The two bucket method of washing a car uses one bucket for soapy water and the second bucket for clean, rinse water to avoid contaminating the soapy water with dirt and grime.

Question 10

Technician A says a minumum of 2.0 mils of clear coat must be left on the surface to offer the required protection. Technician B says one should start by using the coarsest material that will do the job and progress to the finest to remove any resulting imperfections that may occur . Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Accepted Answer

The answer of Technician A says a minumum of 2.0...

Question 11

Technician A says that using buffer speeds that are too fast may cause burn-throughs to occur. Technician B says the use of larger buffing pads should be avoided as their edge speeds are too fast. Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Accepted Answer

Technician A is correct. Using buffer speeds that are too fast can cause the surface to heat up too much, leading to burn-throughs. However, Technician B is incorrect. The size of the buffing pad does not affect the speed of its edge. It is the buffer speed that determines the edge speed, not the size of the pad.

Question 12

Technician A says the that a film thickness gauge measures the thickness of materials in mils. Technician B says the vehicle should be washed and free of any dirt before using the film thickness gauge to take a reading. Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Accepted Answer

Both technicians are correct. A film thickness gauge measures the thickness of materials in mils, and it is important to ensure that the vehicle is clean before using the gauge to take a reading. Dirt or debris on the surface being measured can affect the accuracy of the reading.

Question 13

A neutral PH is 10.

Accepted Answer

A neutral pH is 7, not 10.

Question 14

Neutral PH value is ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Neutral PH value is ____________________....

Question 15

Technician A says that UV rays stands for ultra-volatile rays. Technician B says that UV rays stands for ultraviolet rays. Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Accepted Answer

Technician B is correct. UV stands for ultraviolet, which is a type of electromagnetic radiation with a wavelength shorter than that of visible light but longer than X-rays. Technician A is incorrect because "ultra-volatile" is not a term used in relation to UV rays.

Question 16

A repair plan helps a technician develop a thorough and efficient process.

Accepted Answer

A repair plan is essential for a technician to have a clear and structured approach towards the repair process. It allows them to identify the problem, evaluate potential solutions, estimate required resources, and execute the repair in an organized and efficient manner. Therefore, a repair plan is critical to achieving a successful outcome.

Question 17

Technician B says that DA stands for ____________________ action.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Technician B says that DA stands for...

Question 18

Technician A says that new finishes are fully cured immediately after it is baked. Technician B says that new finish is not fully cured for as long as 90 days after it is painted. Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

Accepted Answer

Technician B is correct. New finishes can take up to 90 days to fully cure after being painted. While baking may accelerate the curing process, it does not fully cure the finish immediately. This is why it is important to avoid things like waxing or heavy washing during this curing period, as it can damage the finish.

Question 19

A neutralizing solution to remove acid rain is made by mixing one ____________________ of baking soda for every gallon of warm water.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A neutralizing solution to remove acid rain...

Question 20

If shop buffers do not seem overly loud, ear protection need not be worn.

Accepted Answer

Ear protection should be worn in any shop environment regardless of perceived noise level to protect against potential hearing damage.

Quiz 23: Detailing

Technician A says that RPM stands for ____________________ per minute.

Technician A says that the glass should be cleaned before the vehicle is washed and detailed. Technician B says that glass should be washed last because most of the other processes would dirty it if done before. Who is correct?

Technician A says that swirl marks are natural and unavoidable. Technician B says that if a scratch can be felt when a fingernail is raked across it, one will not be able to buff it out. Who is correct?

A shop uses 17 sheets a day of P1000 grit sandpaper. They work five days a week, fifty weeks a year. For one year of business, the shop will need ____________________ sheets of P1000 grit paper.

Technician A says that wool polishing pads are more aggresive than wool blend pads. Technician B says that larger cell size foam polishing pads are more aggressive quality than a smooth pad. . Who is correct?

Acid rain residue must be neutralized.

Technician A says that a foam buffing pad is cleaned with a brush. Technician B says that a polishing foam pad is cleaned with a spur. Who is correct?

The two bucket method of washing uses two bucked of soapy water, one for the first cleaning and the second for the second washing,

Technician A says that using buffer speeds that are too fast may cause burn-throughs to occur. Technician B says the use of larger buffing pads should be avoided as their edge speeds are too fast. Who is correct?

Technician A says the that a film thickness gauge measures the thickness of materials in mils. Technician B says the vehicle should be washed and free of any dirt before using the film thickness gauge to take a reading. Who is correct?