A paint job shows a few small fish-eyes. Technician A says to let the paint cure, sand, and refinish the area. Technician B says mixing a little fish-eye eliminator additive in the paint may correct the problem. Who is correct?

Technician B is correct because using a fish-eye eliminator additive is a recognized method to address fish-eyes in a paint job. Fish-eyes are small craters that occur in paint finishes, usually caused by contaminants on the surface or incompatible materials. By mixing a fish-eye eliminator into the paint, the additive modifies the surface tension of the paint, reducing the likelihood of these defects forming during application.

On the other hand, while Technician A’s suggestion to let the paint cure, sand, and refinish the area addresses the fish-eye problem at a later stage, it can be more labor-intensive and may not be the most effective approach if the paint has already been applied. This method could lead to additional time and material costs. Instead, preventing fish-eyes with an additive during the painting process is generally preferred.

Therefore, Technician B's approach directly and effectively tackles the issue of fish-eyes while the paint is being prepared for application, making it the correct choice in this scenario.