Question: Which of the following is the first step in the wash cycle?
A Spinning
B Rinsing
C Sorting Laundry
D Adding Detergent
Answer: Sorting Laundry
| Steps in the wash cycle | Description | |
| Step 1 | Sorting Laundry | Separate clothes based on color, fabric type and care instructions to prevent color bleeding and damage. |
| Step 2 | Pre-Treatment | Address stains or heavily soiled areas on clothing with pre-treatment products if necessary. |
| Step 3 | Loading | Load the sorted and pre-treated clothes into the washing machine drum. |
| Step 4 | Detergent and Additives | Add laundry detergent, fabric softener, or other additives as needed according to manufacturer instructions. |
| Step 5 | Selecting Settings | Choose the wash cycle type, water temperature and other settings based on the laundry’s needs. |
| Step 6 | Start the Wash | Initiate the wash cycle by selecting the start button or setting the timer. |
| Step 7 | Agitation/Washing | The washing machine agitates, moving the clothes through soapy water to remove dirt and stains. |
| Step 8 | Rinsing | After washing, the machine drains soapy water and refills with clean water for rinsing. |
| Step 9 | Spin Cycle | The machine spins rapidly to remove excess water from the clothes. |
| Step 10 | Final Rinse | A final rinse cycle ensures any remaining detergent or additives are removed from the clothing. |
| Step 11 | Drain | The machine drains the rinse water, preparing for the end of the wash cycle. |
| Step 12 | End Cycle | The washing machine completes the cycle and you can unload the clean, wet clothes. |