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Salon Professional
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Instructions:
Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. Information that is contained on a résumé should be relevant to?
triangular base
boar and nylon
problem solver
the position you are seeking
2. The process of reaching logical conclusions by employing logical reasoning is?
record system
wave patterns and hair texture
deductive reasoning
double-comb press
3. A blow-dryer attachment used to accentuate the textural definition in a style is a?
diffuser
wave patterns and hair texture
texture of the hair
wave
4. The hair design where both sides of a hairstyle form a mirror image of each other is known as?
incorportating
targeting employers
symmetrical balance
appropriate for the position
5. The federal agency that requires that the ingredients of cosmetic preparations be available to employees is?
c-shaped base curls
OSHA
90 degree angle
soft press
6. The type of curl that is placed completely off base and allows for the greatest mobility is the?
straight
harmony
full-stem curl
appropriate for the position
7. One of the most important steps in the process of job hunting is to narrow the search by?
targeting employers
smooth
proportion
clockwise curls
8. A client's facial shape is determined by the position and prominence of the?
boar and nylon
facial bones
paddle brushes
straight
9. One of the best ways for a business owner to protect personal assets is?
services the type of clients you wish to serve
incorportating
finger wave style
125-degree angle
10. The type of line used to make a hairstyle appear longer and narrower is a(n)?
send a thank-you note
vertical line
boar and nylon
skip waves
11. Curls formed in the same direction as the movements of the hands of a clock are known as?
silhouette
the best package of income and career development
clockwise curls
horizontal lines
12. For a roller set where the least amount of volume is desired - rollers should be placed?
completely off the base
the position you are seeking
two and a half turns
receding hairline
13. The wave pattern used to accentuate the face and narrow a round head shape should be?
smooth
fine hair
tips
open center curls
14. A single line of color - or a series of repeated lines - creates a?
capital for investment
bold - dramatic accent
inside the roller
clockwise curls
15. The most commonly shaped pin curl base is the?
reflect on answers in advance
vertical line
arc base
good visibility and accessibility
16. The technique of drying and styling damp hair in one operation is?
networking
finger wave style
blow-dry styling
baking soda
17. The press that removes 60 to 75 percent of the curl is?
medium press
budget
services the type of clients you wish to serve
boar and nylon
18. The part of the overall design that the client will respond to first is the?
volume on top and closeness or no volume at sides
soft sell
silhouette
budget
19. Creating a personal plan to meet financial obligations can be achieved by creating a?
people skills
transferable skills
triangular base
budget
20. A commitment to doing a good job for the salon and for clients and to pride in workmanship portrays a strong?
reflect on answers in advance
horizontal lines
work ethic
touch-up
21. Two rows of ridge curls on the side of a head are called?
symmetrical balance
skip waves
balance
two and a half turns
22. The correct temperature setting of the iron when thermal curling is determined by the?
texture of the hair
90 degree angle
godd personality
record system
23. Informing clients about a product without stressing that a client purchase is a(n)?
coarse press
soft sell
upselling
silhouette
24. To remove the carbon buildup from the metal portion of a pressing comb - immerse the comb in a solution containing?
wave
baking soda
vertical
harmony
25. As a rule of thumb - coarse and gray hair can withstand more heat than?
good visibility and accessibility
finger wave style
income
fine hair
26. To draw a line in a hairstyle in the direction you want the eye to travel - use a?
light color
services the type of clients you wish to serve
touch-up
90 degree angle
27. Income in addition to your regular compensation that must be tracked and reported on tax returns is?
20 seconds
employment portfolio
blow-dry styling
tips
28. Combs that are used for thermal curling should be made of?
target market
hard rubber
services the type of clients you wish to serve
vertical
29. A pressing comb with less space between the teeth produces a(n)?
volume on top and closeness or no volume at sides
smooth press
blow-dry styling
reflect on answers in advance
30. Along the front hairline to prevent splits or breaks in the finished style - the recommended base to use is?
triangular base
vertical line
ribboning
paddle brushes
31. Someone who recognizes and resolves problems constructively is a (n)?
the position you are seeking
networking
completely off the base
problem solver
32. In the finger wave procedure - pinching or pushing a ridge with your fingers creates?
touch-up
over-direction of ridge
ribboning
silhouette
33. The stationary foundation of a curl that is also the area closest to the scalp is called the?
base
people skills
one
capital for investment
34. A salon is a team environment that requires that you practice and perfect your?
triangular base
people skills
full-stem curl
budget
35. The portfolio - like the résumé - should be prepared in a way that projects?
business plan
soft press
professionalism
two and a half turns
36. A hard press is also known as a?
stainless steel or brass
retail supplies
double-comb press
coarse press
37. When selecting an interview wardrobe - it is critical that the selection be?
inside the roller
appropriate for the position
targeting employers
diffuser
38. When opening a new business - the location selected should reflect your?
networking
wave
hard press
target market
39. Forcing hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension is called?
ribboning
networking
rhythm
income
40. The document that outlines the duties and responsibilities of a salon or spa position is a(n)?
over-direction of ridge
rhythm
work ethic
job description
41. The principle of hair design that holds all the elements of design together is?
balance
triangular base
c-shaped base curls
harmony
42. Skills mastered at other jobs that can be put to use in a new position are called?
capital for investment
the best package of income and career development
resume
transferable skills
43. The technique of establishing contacts that may eventually lead to employment opportunities is?
targeting employers
professionalism
straight profile
networking
44. The styling choice for a client with a round facial type would be a style that has?
bold - dramatic accent
20 seconds
checklist
volume on top and closeness or no volume at sides
45. In finger waving - the ridges and waves that run up and down the head are?
open center curls
smooth press
vertical
appropriate for the position
46. When creating base curls with full volume - the hair should be held with medium tension at a?
services the type of clients you wish to serve
125-degree angle
budget
hard press
47. One reason for entering into a partnership agreement is to have?
receding hairline
hard rubber
capital for investment
horizontal lines
48. The profile that is considered to be ideal is the?
capital for investment
business plan
straight profile
vertical line
49. Pin curls that produce even - smooth waves and uniform curls are?
full-stem curl
open center curls
transitional lines
salary
50. To create curls in using rollers - the hair should be wrapped around the roller?
two and a half turns
open center curls
tips
light color