Each of the following is a reason cosmetologist should have a through understanding of haircutting EXCEPT:

haircutting is the basic foundational skills which all services are built

How do conditioners benefit hair?

infuse moisture and protect against breakage

Why is it important to understand nail disorders & diseases?

to identify conditions and determine if they can be treated in the salon

Which of the following is true about hair?

Hair growth rate is determined by genetics

How would you compare the relationship between the matrix and the plate?

Length, width & curve of the matrix = thickness, width, & curve of plate

What is the best scalp treatment plan for a client with straight textured hair who is seeking relief for dry scalp?

prebrush the scalp & treat with moisturizing preparation

In 1906, Charles Nessler invented the first perm process that curled hair by _______________.

wrapping hair around metal rods with electric current

Which of the following is a reason cosmetologists should understand hair & scalp properties?

identifying hair growth cycles & common vs. uncommon hair loss

What is the relationship between nail cell production and plate growth?

faster that nail cells are produced, the faster the plate will grow

What is the advantage to the stylist when palming the shears?

saves time by being able to switch from the comb to shears by holding both

What would result if a cosmetologist treated a client with trichoptilosis by conditions and moisturizing the hair?

The hair would be softened, but the damage would not be repaired

What would you tell a pregnant client, who is taking prenatal vitamins, about her hair and nail growth?

nail and hair growth accelerates during pregnancy

Why is it valuable for cosmetologists to understand the history of cosmetology?

Knowledge of history provides deeper understanding of trends/origins

Each of the following is way professional hairstyling can enhance their beauty career EXCEPT:

knowing styling techniques will allow to be a certified wedding stylist

All are reasons cosmetologists should study and have a thorough understanding of hair design principles EXCEPT:

to convince clients to try new hair styles

Which is a step in proper draping for shampoo service?

make sure the cape doesn’t touch the client’s skin

Which describes a cause of wrinkles/sagging of the skin?

collagen fibers lose strength due to UV light

What social role did braid patterns/hairstyles play in ancient African tribes?

used to indicate a person’s tribe, marital status and religion

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1
Each of the following is a reason cosmetologist should have a through understanding of haircutting EXCEPT:
helps create/duplicate a haircut from a photo
haircutting is the basic foundational skills which all services are built
providing an easy to style/maintain haircut that makes a client happy
knowing the fundamentals allows for advanced haircuts
2
What is the amount of pressure applied when combing/holding a subsection during a haircut?
tightness
density
stretch
tension
3
How do conditioners benefit hair?
infuse moisture and protect against breakage
strengthen by attaching artificial protein molecules to natural protein
remove excess oils and residual minerals from hair
give illusions of additional volume and density
4
Why is it important to understand nail disorders & diseases?
to identify conditions & prescribe at-home treatments
to identify conditions and determine if they can be treated in the salon
to recognize conditions so you do not work on any nails with diseases
to recognize conditions to be able to diagnose & provide in-salon treatment
5
Which of the following is true about hair?
Scalp massages will increase hair growth
Gray hair is coarser than pigmented hair
Cutting hair makes it grow back faster & darker
Hair growth rate is determined by genetics
6
What uses a cling wrap as a sealant when heat from a dryer relaxes and smooths the hair?
blow-out roller wrap
roller wrap
doobie wrap
volume wrap
7
What are the three growth cycles of human hair?
catagen, return & transition
anagen, catagen, & telegen
anagen, transition & mature
anagen, growth phase & telogen
8
How would you compare the relationship between the matrix and the plate?
length of matrix = length of plate
texture of matrix = texture of plate
length, width & curve of plate = thickness, width & curve of matrix
Length, width & curve of the matrix = thickness, width, & curve of plate
9
What removes 60 to 70% of curl from the hair?
Hard press
Soft press
Double press
Medium press
10
What is the best scalp treatment plan for a client with straight textured hair who is seeking relief for dry scalp?
prebrush the scalp & treat with moisturizing preparation
Don’t pre brush; wash with shampoo containing mint
Massage with a kneading action
massage the scalp using fingernails to scrape skin cells
11
Which hair pattern and texture tangles easily and benefits from the use of thermal detangler before blowdrying?
coily, afro-texture
wavy, medium
straight, coarse
curly, fine
12
To create tension, a cosmetologist should use a blow dryer with a concentrator attachment and ___________ brush.
edging
detangling
styling
vent
13
How often should a cosmetologist hold a consultation with a client?
when the client is new and has never received a service with cosmetologists
with every season change
before every service
whenever the cosmetologist suspects the client is dissatisfied
14
Your career must be ___________.
focused on haircutting
driven by competition
center of social networking
fueled by personal dedication
15
In 1906, Charles Nessler invented the first perm process that curled hair by _______________.
applying cold alkaline lotion
treating hair with para-phenylenediamine
wrapping hair around metal rods with electric current
winding flexible pads with chemicals around hair
16
What draping is known as a wet draping?
shampoo
color service
scalp treatment
cape
17
Which of the following is a reason cosmetologists should understand hair & scalp properties?
identifying shape of hair follicles to recommend hair growth methods
identifying hair elasticity of hair to treat gray hair
identifying hair growth cycles & common vs. uncommon hair loss
identifying cause of dry/oily scalp to recommend medications
18
Which conditioner category is suitable for daily use?
repair conditioners
leave-in conditioners
rinse-out conditioner
oil treatments
19
What is the relationship between nail cell production and plate growth?
nail cells that grow fast make the plate brittle
faster that nail cells are produced, the faster the plate will grow
slower that nail cells are produced, the faster the plate will grow
Faster that nail cells are produced, the slower the plate will grow
20
Which portion of the hair root structure supplies nutrients so that hair can grow?
hair bulb
arrector pili
hair follicle
dermal papilla
21
Which of the five planning steps to bringing a design to life involves a stylist learning and growing from past mistakes
seek inspiration
take calculated risks
work the plan
try & try again
22
What is the phase of the hair growth cycle in which hair can be shed?
catagen
anagen
telogen
nitrogen
23
A client has a dry scalp. How should the cosmetologist design the massage service to loosen any flakes?
apply mineral oil to the scalp prior to massage
Use petrissage
Use effleurage
Scrape the scalp with fingernails
24
What is the advantage to the stylist when palming the shears?
use the comb to keep the still-blade from moving when cutting
saves time by using the comb to hold the hair while cutting
minimizes repetitive stress on the ring finger
saves time by being able to switch from the comb to shears by holding both
25
Which shampoo type would benefit a client with dry, brittle hair that needs softening?
medicated shampoo
shampoo with added keratin protein
oil shampoo
balancing shampoo
26
What would result if a cosmetologist treated a client with trichoptilosis by conditions and moisturizing the hair?
The client’s hair will see improved growth potential
Nits would dislodge and be removed from the hair with vigorous washing
The hair would be softened, but the damage would not be repaired
The hair will appear thicker than usual, which will camouflage thin spots
27
What is a classic hairstyle with a ponytail at the base that can be ornamented with flowers?
bun
chignon
fishtail braid
french pleat
28
Which skin pigmentation change is a hormonal disorder that appears during pregnancy/with birth control pills?
lentigines
melasma
chloasma
nevus
29
What would you tell a pregnant client, who is taking prenatal vitamins, about her hair and nail growth?
nail and hair growth accelerates during pregnancy
the diet of a pregnant women is affecting growth
vitamins must have biotin in them to make a different
the client already had excellent growth
30
What is the function of sebaceous glands?
secrete oil to lubricate skin
excrete sweat to regulate body temperature
produce skin pigment
keep skin moist
31
Which type of comb is mainly used to detangle the hair?
all-purpose comb
wide-tooth comb
barber comb
tail comb
32
Why is it valuable for cosmetologists to understand the history of cosmetology?
Procedures/products used today have remained largely unchanged
Past laws/regulations helps safely serve clients today
Knowledge of history provides deeper understanding of trends/origins
Historical career options provide insight into future options
33
Each of the following is way professional hairstyling can enhance their beauty career EXCEPT:
Be able to work with & style every hair type
A foundational skill for delivering client’s desired outcome
Proficient hairstyling skills make a true hairdresser
knowing styling techniques will allow to be a certified wedding stylist
34
Which type of haircut section separates the head at the parietal ridge to below the crown?
horseshoe
profile
pivoting
radial
35
Which design element is the directional wave patterns or illusion of motion in the hair?
form
design texture
space
design lines
36
Which fingernail grows the fastest?
ring fingernail
middle fingernail
index fingernail
thumbnail
37
What nail disorder is associated with a dramatically increased nail curvature of the free edge?
eggshell nail
pincer nail
onychophagy
splinter hemorrhage
38
All are reasons cosmetologists should study and have a thorough understanding of hair design principles EXCEPT:
to create looks that emphasize clients best attributes
to know why a particular hairstyle will/wont be the best choice
to convince clients to try new hair styles
to achieve their styling vision
39
What part of the natural nail unit protects the tips of the fingers and toes?
matrix
nail plate
nail bed
nail cuticle
40
Each of the following hair disorders is characterized by brittle hair EXCEPT:
fragilitas crinium
monilethrix
trichorrhexis nodosa
hirsuties
41
Which design lines are repeating lines in a hairstyle that can be curved or straight?
transitional lines
contrasting lines
directional lines
parallel lines
42
A client would like her hair to have a feather appearance. If the hair is fine, what would you use to achieve this?
trimmer
clipper
thinning shears
haircutting razor
43
Which is a step in proper draping for shampoo service?
secure a neck strip around client’s neck
place a towel across the clients shoulders and under the chin
make sure the cape doesn’t touch the client’s skin
leave the shampoo cape in place until all servicing is complete
44
Which describes a cause of wrinkles/sagging of the skin?
collagen fibers lose strength due to UV light
inability of sudoriferous glands to eliminate waste from skin
sebaceous glands secreting too little sebum
barrier function allowing to much skin moisture to be lost
45
What lower face proportions are best complemented by hair that is full and falls below the jaw?
a long jaw
a receding chin
a round jaw
a large chin
46
Which shears is the best to remove large sections for the client’s straight, thick hair?
texturizing
blending
chunking
thinning
47
The term cosmotology comes from the word kosmetikos which originated where?
East Indian
Egyptian
Greek
Russian
48
What social role did braid patterns/hairstyles play in ancient African tribes?
used to indicate a person’s trade/profession
used to indicate a person’s tribe, marital status and religion
used in religious ceremonies & burial preparations
used to prepare for battle
49
Nail services are governed under _________.
dermatology
cosmetology
trichology
podiatry
50
The hair design principle that can be evaluated by dividing the face into four equal parts is:
proportion
balance
harmony
rhythm
51
A client wants bangs long enough to be pulled back. What should the stylist create?
square
center swept
versatile
asymmetric
52
Which of the following groups of people would have the fastest growing nails?
elderly
adult males
adult females
children
53
All of the following are reasons that cosmetologists must differentiate between healthy & unhealthy nails EXCEPT:
to identify conditions that shouldn’t be treated in the salon
to see conditions that may signal mild to serious health problems
to identify conditions affected by weather and humidity
to take appropriate steps to protect yourself/client from spreading disease
54
A tension in your shears that is too ________ will allow your shears to fold the hair.
tight
strong
weak
loose
55
What is the hard, protective plate that protects the tips of fingers and toes?
matrix
natural nail
eponychium
nail cuticle
56
To give the client haircolor that looks light/bright, the stylist should use colors that have ____ tones because they __
cool, absorb less light
warm, absorb less light
cool, reflect more light
warm, reflect more light
57
A cosmetologist should avoid brushing the scalp:
when the client has already shampooed that day
if the scalp needs debris or product buildup removed
if the client had coily hair
before a permanent haircolor service
58
A client with a round face type will be best complemented by a hair style that:
shapes the hair close to the head and adds volume between temples and jaw
adds volume on top and is close to the sides of the head
is full across the jaw line and forehead but close at the cheekbone line
adds volume at the temples and some height at the top
59
Which Polish immigrant Americanized his name in 1908 and moved to LA, where he began making/selling makeup?
Charles Revson
Charles Nessler
Avicenna
Max Factor
60
Each of the following is a reason cosmetologists should understand shampooing, conditioning and scalp care EXCEPT:
to examine/identify hair & scalp conditions to refer to a physician
to convey that cosmetologists are professionals who tend to client needs
to recommend the best preparations and services to clients
to begin disinfecting the scalp and hair infections prior to styling
61
A client has dry & brittle hair. How could a stylist design a treatment to improve the client’s hair?
stimulate the scalp with shampoo that contains a stimulating oil
stimulate follicles using effleurage techniques
avoid overworking the hair strands by massaging the scalp with fingernails
attempt to restore the hair’s moisture balance using a scalp steamer
62
A stylist executing a graduated haircut should do which of the following?
Cut hair without elevation
Cut with a 45° elevation at the back & 90° elevation for layers
Cut all hair with a 90° elevation
Use a stationary guideline to cut the hair to the same angle/length
63
Each of the following is a use for trimmers EXCEPT:
trimming eyebrows
cutting a line around the ears
tapering hairlines from extremely short to long
cleaning up the hair on the neck
64
What temperature should the thermal iron be set at for fine, bleached hair?
400°
325°
250°
375°
65
A client’s face has wide cheekbones and narrow chin/forehead. What style choices would be beneficial?
shape the hair close to head around the temples and jaw & width by ears
hair close to head with no volume and long bangs
chin-length style with volume on sides
close to head at cheekbone lines with fullness at the jaw and forehead
66
What procedure is the best choice for keep the hair pliable during the finger-waving service?
spray hair with water
additional finger-waving lotion
firm-holding mousse
flake-free finger-waving lotion
67
Which description is true of very curly, fine hair?
Very curly, fine hair cannot be straightened by blow drying
Blow drying can be effective on curly fine hair
Very curly, fine hair responds well to a blow dry are and flat iron
Very curly, fine hair responds well to blowdrying with various brush sizes
68
How do you determine the correct temperature of a thermal iron?
length
size of iron
type of iron
texture
69
What are keratin-filling cysts that are usually associated with newborns and are found around eyes, cheeks and forehead?
Moles
Milia
Skin tags
Cicatrixes
70
Which planning step to bring a design to life is defined as the stylist deciding tools and techniques?
seek inspiration
create a plan
try & try again
work the plan
71
In Zhou Dynasty of ancient China, commoners could be punished with death if caught using what cosmetic coloring tech.?
staining hair red with henna
tinting nails gold or silver
lightening hair with honey and alum mixture
tinting hair red
72
Which type of draping has a smaller neck strip to allow the hair to fall naturally?
wet draping
chemical draping
shampoo draping
styling draping
73
All of the following contribute to acne development EXCEPT:
Propionibacterium acne on the surface of the skin
obstructions blocking oxygen to the bottom of the follicle
overproduction of sebum
hereditary tendencies
74
What is the medical term to describe dandruff?
pyrithione
alopecia
pityriasis
selenium
75
Which brush type bristles have many tiny overlapping layer or scales?
rubberlike bristle brush
plastic vent brush
wet-type brush
natural bristle brush

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