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    Why, when I put the fork prong through, is it covered in latex?
    Community Answer
    This is because you are pushing against the latex! You have to push through the different sections of latex, not through one. That would result in a hole in your balloon!
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    How do I untie a balloon at school?
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    Hold just above the knot airtight so no loud noise is made when you finish. Push one end of the rubbery material through the loop, and pull out on the other side. Now you should be holding a an untied balloon. Slowly let the air out, careful not to make any noise, and hold it tightly so that it doesn't escape and fly around the room.
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    Can I use a lock pick? If so, how?
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    It depends on the thickness. It must be thin enough to fit through the knot. But if you are using wire or a bendy object, I say you should use something else. If the item that you are using is bendy, it may be hard to slip it through. If you have big fingers, use something thick enough to get a grip on with your hands. Make sure that your lock pick is mostly a straight line, as it may be hard to handle a wavy or spiky one.
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    What would happen if I swallowed the balloon?
    Tom De Backer
    Top Answerer
    Don't do this. You could suffocate while it's in your throat, and it could cause stoppages at the turns in your intestines; either would be potentially lethal. Needless to say, doing this intentionally would be a very bad idea. If it happens by accident, call emergency services immediately.
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    What if I stab myself with the fork or needle?
    Tom De Backer
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    If it's a small cut or puncture, apply pressure to the wound, wash your hands, wash the wound, disinfect it, put ointment on it and apply a pressure bandage. Then wash your hands again. Change the bandage every 12 hours. If it's a serious cut or stab, apply pressure immediately and call emergency services. Never apply a tourniquet; always apply pressure directly on the wound.
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    How do I untie a balloon if the knot is too tight?
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    Soak the knot in water. Fill your sink or a small pot of water and place the knot in for about ten minutes. After the time has elapsed, it should be easier to untie.
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    If your balloon is way too tight, what can you do?
    Otterly Badgerific
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    You could let out a little air, it's really that simple. Simply untie the balloon, allow a little air to escape until it's no longer "too tight," then retie at the desired air level.
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    Can I use it again and again or do I need to pop it?
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    It really depends on how you untied it and the state of the balloon. If you untie it without any holes, there is a chance it could still be used. If the balloon is old and has shriveled up, it most likely won't be very useful.
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    What do I do if the knot's really tight and I can't use any of these methods to get the knot undone?
    Community Answer
    You may have to resign yourself to popping the balloon.
  • Question
    How do I easily untie a balloon without damaging it?
    Maddie
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    Untying a balloon is never easy. Follow the instructions above, and be really careful not to poke it!
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