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One of the major elements required for good health is proper:
A) diet
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For a good sitting posture, keep your knees and:
C) feet close together
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A successful cosmetologist is a skilled:
A) listener
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Bacteria are not harmed by disinfectants while in the:
D) spore-forming stage
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Bacilli are bacteria with a:
B) rod shape
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Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS):
C) is caused by the HIV virus
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Surfaces that may be sterilized are:
D) nonporous
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Disinfection is one step below sterilization because it does not:
C) kill bacterial spores
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A disinfectant that is "Formulated for Hospitals and Health Care Facilities" must be pseudomonacidal, bactericidal, fungicidal, and:
B) virucidal
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Rather than using bar soaps, which can grow bacteria, you should provide:
D) pump-type antibacterial soap
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The technical term for eyelash hair is:
B) cilia
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The chemical composition of hair varies with its:
D) color
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The club-shaped structure that forms the lower part of the hair root is the:
A) bulb
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The growing phase of hair is known as:
A) anagen
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A topical solution applied to the scalp that is medically proven to regrow hair is:
C) monoxidil
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Long, thick pigmented hair is known as:
A) terminal
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Hair flowing in the same direction is known as:
A) the hair stream
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Wiry hair may have a hard, glassy finish caused by:
C) flat cuticle scales
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A miniaturization of certain scalp follicles contributes to:
D) androgenetic alopecia
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Trichoptilosis is the technical name for:
D) split ends
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The medical term for dandruff is:
B) pityriasis
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A cape must not touch the client's skin because it may:
C) be a carrier of disease
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In order to determine the water temperature during a shampoo:
A) keep one finger over the spray nozzle
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Proper shampooing helps prevent:
C) scalp disorders
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To maintain proper tension during haircutting:
C) do not cut past your second knuckle
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The amount of elevation from the head form is:
A) measure in degrees
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Thinning is not advisable in the:
C) parting and hairline
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The results of a high-elevation haircut should be:
A) the same length throughout the head
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If the head is pushed forward during a haircut, the results will be:
A) undercut
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Transition lines in hairstyling are usually:
D) curved
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The actual surface quality of the hair is referred to as:
B) texture
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The place the eye sees first in a hairstyle is the point of:
D) emphasis
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A tight, firm, long-lasting curl is produced by the:
A) no-stem curl
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A finished curl is not affected by the:
B) shape of the base
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If hair is wound one complete turn around a roller, it will create:
D) a C-shape
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When a smooth comb-out is desired, be sure to:
C) brush the hair smooth
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The temperature of heated thermal irons is tested on:
A) a piece of tissue paper
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Before the hair is combed out after blow-dry styling, it should be thoroughly:
A) cooled
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The styling of hair with an air waver is performed in the same manner as:
D) finger waving
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Before perming, the hair should be tested for porosity and:
A) elasticity
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The size of the curl or wave in permanent waving is controlled by:
D) the size of the perm rod
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The diameter of the individual hair strand is the hair's:
D) density
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Average permanent wave partings should match:
D) the diameter of the rod
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When a perm is activated by outside heat, such as a hood dryer, it is:
B) endothermic
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A weak or limp wave formation is the result of:
B) underprocessing
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Acid-balanced and neutral permanent wave lotions produce:
D) soft, natural-looking waves
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A predisposition test is performed before a haircolor service to determine:
D) allergy to aniline
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The lightest primary color is:
D) yellow
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Orange is created by mixing:
D) yellow and red
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Semi-permanent color:
B) will fade without a regrowth
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Dry peroxide is used to:
A) boost peroxide strength
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Progressive haircolors fall under the classification of:
B) metallic dyes
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Non-ammonia alkali and low volume developer is used with:
D) oxidative deposit-only color
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A disadvantage of cream peroxide is that it:
D) may dilute the color strength
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To lighten previously tinted hair:
A) use a color remover before tinting
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A factor that affects the processing time of a chemical relaxer is:
D) hair porosity
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The test that determines the hair's degress of elasticity is known as the:
C) pull test
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The two general types of hair relaxers are ammonium thioglycolate and:
C) sodium hydroxide
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If hair "beads" from the scalp during a relaxer:
A) continue to process
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Hair pressing generally lasts:
A) until shampooed
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When pressing gray hair, use light pressure and:
A) moderate heat
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A hard press in which a hot curling iron is passed through the hair first is called a:
B) double press
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A scalp may be classified as normal, flexible, or:
B) tight
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Each time a human hair wig is dry-cleaned, it should be:
C) reconditioned
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If a client is accidentally cut during a manicure, apply_____to stop the bleeding.
B) powdered alum
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While a manicure is performed, instruments should be kept in a:
B) jar sanitizer
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A hand massage may be given during a manicure:
A) before polish
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Brushes used for acrylic overlays are cleaned by dipping into:
D) polish remover
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The strongest material used for nail wrapping is:
A) linen
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Fungus is caused by the trapping of dirt and _____between artificial nail products and the natural nail.
C) moisture
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The light color of the lunula is caused by light reflection where:
C) the matrix and connective tissue of the nail bed join
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The technical name for the nail is:
D) onyx
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The medical term for brittle nail is:
D) onychorrhexis
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Bitten nails are referred to as:
D) onychophagy
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One area the cosmetologist is not licensed to massage is the:
C) leg above the knee
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The most invigorating massage movement is:
D) tapotement
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Following the removal of blackheads apply:
C) astringent
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Studies show acne may be due to:
D) hereditary factors
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A household ingredient that may be used for a hydrating effect in a mask is:
A) honey
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Eyebrows are properly tweezed:
A) in the direction of their growth
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The layer of the epidermis that is continually being shed is the:
B) stratum corneum
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The duct of an oil gland empties into the:
A) hair follicle
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Comedone is the technical name for a:
D) blackhead
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In seborrhea, the appearance of the skin is:
A) oily and shiny
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Hyperhidrosis occurs most frequently in the area of the:
C) armpits
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The cotton cloth is removed after a wax treatment:
C) in the opposite direction of hair growth
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The temperature of hot wax should be tested on:
C) your arm
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The heart, lungs, kidneys, stomach, and intestines are body:
B) organs
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One of the functions of the bones is to:
A) give shape and support to the body
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A unit of electrical pressure is referred to as a/an:
D) volt
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The Tesla current is commonly called the:
B) violet ray
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About 80% of natural sunshine consists of:
C) infrared rays
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The smallest particle of an element is the:
A) atom
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Baby shampoos are generally classified as:
C) amphoterics
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An alkaline causes the hair to:
D) soften and swell
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Quats may be included in moisturizers for their ability to:
D) attach to hair fibers
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The ingredients in deodorant soap that may increase skin sensitivity to the sun is:
C) triclocarbon
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Salon and individual licenses are covered by:
A) state laws
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Before selling a service or product to a client, you must first determine if there is:
A) a need for it
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Payroll books and canceled checks should be retained for:
B) 7 years
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