An edger is placed flat on the surface before edging and then tilted up slightly in the direction the tool is moved.

An edger is placed flat on the surface before edging and then tilted up slightly in the direction the tool is moved.

• A. Placed flat on the surface, then tilted up slightly in the direction the tool is moved
• B. Placed on edge and rotated
• C. Held above the surface and pressed down
• D. Embedded below the surface and rotated

Answer: (A)

This tests proper edging technique: keep the edger flat on the surface and tilt it up slightly in the direction you’re moving so the wheel bevel engages the edge. This position lets the tool cut the edge cleanly without gouging the face, producing a smooth, rounded edge. If the tool is held on edge or pressed down, it tends to gouge or leave ridges; holding it above the surface won’t cut, and embedding it below the surface would damage the slab.

This tests proper edging technique: keep the edger flat on the surface and tilt it up slightly in the direction you’re moving so the wheel bevel engages the edge. This position lets the tool cut the edge cleanly without gouging the face, producing a smooth, rounded edge. If the tool is held on edge or pressed down, it tends to gouge or leave ridges; holding it above the surface won’t cut, and embedding it below the surface would damage the slab.