Home Builders Institute Pre-Apprenticeship Certificate Training (HBI-PACT) Practice Test

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What tool is appropriate to use for removing nails?

Chisel
Diagonal cutters
Framing nailer
Belt sander

The correct answer is: Chisel

Using a chisel for removing nails is appropriate because chisels are designed for cutting and prying materials apart. When removing nails, a chisel can help to lift the nail head and create leverage to pull the nail out of the wood. This is especially useful for finishing nails or other types of nails that sit flush with or just below the surface of the material. The flat edge of the chisel can be positioned under the nail head, and with the right angle and force, it can effectively pry the nail free. The other tools listed are not designed for nail removal. Diagonal cutters are primarily used for cutting wire and are not effective for pulling out nails. A framing nailer is used to drive nails into materials rather than remove them, making it unsuitable for the task. A belt sander is designed for sanding surfaces and would not be effective in removing nails at all. Thus, the chisel stands out as the most effective tool for this particular job.