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






2. The edges on flat irons that create smooth - straight styles on very curly hair are?






3. Good business operation requires a simple and efficient?






4. A hard press is also known as a?






5. After being granted an employment interview or salon observation - it is customary to?






6. The average time an employer will spend scanning a résumé is?






7. The part of the overall design that the client will respond to first is the?






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






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






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






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






12. Informing clients about a product without stressing that a client purchase is a(n)?






13. A written summary of your education and work experience is a?






14. The federal agency that requires that the ingredients of cosmetic preparations be available to employees is?






15. The two defining characteristics of hair type are?






16. Combs that are used for thermal curling should be made of?






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






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






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






20. Large - flat brushes with staggered pin patterns used for mid-to-longer hair length are?






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






22. Skills mastered at other jobs that can be put to use in a new position are called?






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






24. The portfolio - like the résumé - should be prepared in a way that projects?






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






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






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






28. The regular pulsation or recurrent pattern of movement in a design is the?






29. The wave pattern used to accentuate the face and narrow a round head shape should be?






30. Records that include receipts from client services and retail sales should be listed as?






31. Another term used to describe back-brushing is?






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






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






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






35. Information that is contained on a résumé should be relevant to?






36. A blow-dryer attachment used to accentuate the textural definition in a style is a?






37. The type of line used to make a hairstyle appear longer and narrower is a(n)?






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






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






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






41. The process of reaching logical conclusions by employing logical reasoning is?






42. The outline of the face - head - and figure seen in a side view is the?






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






44. The document that outlines the duties and responsibilities of a salon or spa position is a(n)?






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






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






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






48. A commitment to doing a good job for the salon and for clients and to pride in workmanship portrays a strong?






49. To be successful in sales - you need ambition - determination - and a?






50. Creating a personal plan to meet financial obligations can be achieved by creating a?