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Salon Professional

Subject : certifications
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. A hard press is also known as a?






2. The practice of recommending and selling additional services to clients is know as?






3. One of the best ways to improve your performance is to?






4. Lines a constant distance apart in the same direction that are used to create width in a hair design are?






5. To draw a line in a hairstyle in the direction you want the eye to travel - use a?






6. One of the most important steps in the process of job hunting is to narrow the search by?






7. The type of curl that is placed completely off base and allows for the greatest mobility is the?






8. Two of the most important factors in predicting the success of a business are?






9. An example of a style using curved - parallel lines that creates interest in the design is a?






10. The most commonly shaped pin curl base is the?






11. The correct temperature setting of the iron when thermal curling is determined by the?






12. Contrasting lines are horizontal and vertical lines that create a hard edge and form a?






13. Curls formed in the same direction as the movements of the hands of a clock are known as?






14. Lighter highlights may be used at the temples to create the illusion of?






15. To remove the carbon buildup from the metal portion of a pressing comb - immerse the comb in a solution containing?






16. A styling technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining shape is?






17. To offset or round out the square facial type - choose a style that has?






18. Along the front hairline to prevent splits or breaks in the finished style - the recommended base to use is?






19. The stationary foundation of a curl that is also the area closest to the scalp is called the?






20. Pressing combs with more space between the teeth produce a?






21. When securing a roller - one end of the clip should be under the roller and one end?






22. For a roller set where the least amount of volume is desired - rollers should be placed?






23. Combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp to form a cushion at the base is known as?






24. When selecting an interview wardrobe - it is critical that the selection be?






25. The technique of establishing contacts that may eventually lead to employment opportunities is?






26. One reason for entering into a partnership agreement is to have?






27. Comparing answers from salon interview questions will help you choose?






28. The technique of drying and styling damp hair in one operation is?






29. Someone who recognizes and resolves problems constructively is a (n)?






30. Supplies and products that are sold to clients are classified as?






31. The hair design where both sides of a hairstyle form a mirror image of each other is known as?






32. If possible - a simple résumé should have how many pages?






33. When opening a new business - the location selected should reflect your?






34. Curved lines repeating in opposite directions create a(n)?






35. The point where curls of opposite directions meet forming a recessed area is called?






36. The styling choice for a client with a round facial type would be a style that has?






37. A written plan that describes a business and foresees projections for the next 5 years is a?






38. A bound collection of photos and documents that reflect skills and accomplishments should be contained in a(n)?






39. A salon is a team environment that requires that you practice and perfect your?






40. As a rule of thumb - coarse and gray hair can withstand more heat than?






41. The most reliable method of compensation for a new salon professional is?






42. Income in addition to your regular compensation that must be tracked and reported on tax returns is?






43. The comparative relationship in scale of one thing to another in hair design is called?






44. To prepare for questions that may be asked during an employment interview - it is important to?






45. The principle of hair design that holds all the elements of design together is?






46. Forcing hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension is called?






47. Good business operation requires a simple and efficient?






48. The press performed when the hair becomes curly again due to perspiration or dampness is a?






49. A client's facial shape is determined by the position and prominence of the?






50. In the finger wave procedure - pinching or pushing a ridge with your fingers creates?