Technician A says whenever using an air ratchet, the trigger should be depressed until the tool stalls out; the fastener is then sufficiently tightened. Technician B says the nibbler can be used to dress plug welds. Who is correct?

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Technician A is incorrect because using an air ratchet until it stalls out can lead to over-tightening and potentially damaging the fastener or the material it's securing. Technician B is incorrect because a nibbler is used for cutting sheet metal and not suitable for dressing (finishing or smoothing) plug welds.

Technician a Says Whenever Using an Air Ratchet, the Trigger