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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






9. In finger waving - the ridges and waves that run up and down the head are?






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






11. A pressing comb with less space between the teeth produces a(n)?






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






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






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






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






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






17. Grooming brushes that add polish and shine to the hair have a bristle mixture consisting of?






18. Good business operation requires a simple and efficient?






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






33. A curved part is used for a high forehead or?






34. When creating base curls with full volume - the hair should be held with medium tension at a?






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






36. Arc pin curls are also known as half-moon or?






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






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






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






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






41. Two rows of ridge curls on the side of a head are called?






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






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






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






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






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






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






48. Establishing equal or appropriate proportions to create symmetry in a design is called?






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






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