Remaining residue from Very High Bond (VHB) adhesive should only be removed with which of the following:

Question

Options

• AVHB solvent
• BNail polish remover
• CIsopropyl alcohol wipes
• DVHB neutralizer
• ELiquid acid neutralizer

• A
  5% (3)
• B
  90% (53)
• D
  2% (1)
• E
  3% (2)

Explanation

Nail polish remover (acetone) and isopropyl alcohol (IPA) wipes are both proven solvents that effectively break down the acrylic-based adhesive in VHB tape without damaging most surfaces beneath - they are the industry-standard options for residue cleanup. Options A ("VHB solvent") and D ("VHB neutralizer") are fabricated product names; no such specifically named products exist in 3M's VHB line or general industry use. Option E (liquid acid neutralizer) is designed to counteract acidic pH, not dissolve adhesive polymers, making it ineffective and potentially damaging to the substrate.

Memory tip: Think "real solvents, not made-up names" - the two correct answers (acetone/nail polish remover and IPA wipes) are common, real-world chemicals you'd find in any shop, while the distractors sound official but don't actually exist. If the answer sounds like a brand-specific product with no real-world equivalent, it's likely a distractor.

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