Technician A says that the 15 degree rule will help a painter calculate pot life. Technician B says that for every 15 degrees temperature increases, cure time is reduced by three times. Who is correct?
A) A only
B) B only
C) Both A and B
D) Neither A nor B

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Technician A is correct. The 15 degree rule is used to calculate pot life, which is the amount of time it takes for a coating to start gelling and become unusable. Technician B's statement is incorrect; temperature increases can actually lead to shorter or longer cure times depending on the specific coating and curing process.

Technician a Says That the 15 Degree Rule Will Help