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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






15. The press that removes 60 to 75 percent of the curl is?






16. Pin curls that produce even - smooth waves and uniform curls are?






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






24. A hard press is also known as a?






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






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






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






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






29. Ridge curls are pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a?






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






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






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






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






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






35. When choosing a salon for employment opportunities - it is critical to choose a salon that?






36. Good business operation requires a simple and efficient?






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






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






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






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






41. One of the best ways for a business owner to protect personal assets is?






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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