The purpose of the washing step in film processing is to:

a. shrink and harden the emulsion.
b. remove any residual chemistry remaining on the emulsion.
c. neutralize alkaline and/or acidic chemistry.
d. reduce the exposed silver halide to metallic silver.

b. After the film is completely fixed, it is washed in running water to remove any remaining traces of the chemicals.

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On the written test, the math portion will determine your ability to solve problems

a. True b. False

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