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Cosmetology

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. The thickness of the hair covering the scalp is its...






2. In a well-organized salon the client should be greeted in the...






3. A soft pern curl loosens the texture of overly curly hair by...






4. Healthy skin's pH level of 4.5 to 5.5 is...






5. What does a local shock do?






6. The six general cosmetic classifacations used in the cosmetology industry are...






7. What may affect the porosity of hair?






8. Universal precautions require you to preform infection control procedures with which clients?






9. What are the two bones of th upper jaw?






10. Equal mixtures of inorganic and organic substances that do not dissolve in water and are sifted and perfumed are called...






11. Which of the fallowing can affect hair growth by either stimulating the onset of the telogen phase or by causing the production of abnormal - brittle hair?






12. Dispose of any material coming in contact with blood or body fluids in a...






13. What organ controls all body functions?






14. The upper chambers of the heart include the...






15. Professional development is...






16. Fires in electrical circuits occur if...






17. What should be followed for any cut that may occur during a manicure?






18. The common cold - hepatitis and measles are examples of...






19. Applying pressure to motor points will have which of the fallowing effects?






20. Do not perform skin services when this type of lesion is present on the client's skin...






21. The length of a section to be placed on a roller should be...






22. What type of face is characterized by a broad - straight forehead and hairline - with a broad jaw line?






23. You should wash and sanitize hands with a liquid...






24. What is a technique used to push back the shorter lengths of hair toward the base to create a cushion and add volume to the hairatyle?






25. Nail growth originates from active tissue known as the matrix located in the...






26. A high alkaline shampoo used to remove residue and dirt build up is an example of this type of shampoo...






27. The ability of hair to stretch and then return to its natural shape without breaking is refered to as...






28. Bone is the hardest structure in the body and is composed of 1/3 organic matter and...






29. To keep the hair in optimal condition after a chemical hair relaxing service you should recommend that you client...






30. Color found opposite each other on the color wheel are called...






31. Warts are the most common...






32. The power source used most often in a salon is a...






33. What should be dne if a client has an infectious disease or disorder of the scalp?






34. Which of the fallowing conditions would prevent you from going ahead with a chemical relaxing service?






35. What will produce a small and strong pincurl?






36. Which type of hair is the least difficult to press?






37. The outer covering of the hair fiber is called the...






38. Because of a tendency toward brittleness - every wig-cleaning should be followed by...






39. What means that all becteria is killed or destroyed?






40. The term texture character refers to the...






41. These muscles extend across the front of the chest...






42. The integumentary system is made up of...


43. A term applied to matting of the hair is...






44. What are the effects of cataphoresis?






45. A list of all the property you own is called your...






46. The soles of the feet and the palms of the hand are the only places where which layer is found?






47. There are how many signs of infection in the nails and hands?






48. The fluid part of the blood is what percentage of water?






49. A predominant amount of pheomelanin will produce...






50. If a client has a skin diseases - the cosmetologist should...