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certifications
Instructions:
Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. The stationary foundation of a curl that is also the area closest to the scalp is called the?
base
c-shaped base curls
horizontal lines
problem solver
2. The type of curl that is placed completely off base and allows for the greatest mobility is the?
income
full-stem curl
paddle brushes
bold - dramatic accent
3. Skills mastered at other jobs that can be put to use in a new position are called?
good visibility and accessibility
job description
transferable skills
appropriate for the position
4. Pin curls that produce even - smooth waves and uniform curls are?
open center curls
fine hair
base
salary
5. After being granted an employment interview or salon observation - it is customary to?
send a thank-you note
diffuser
wave
facial bones
6. Two of the most important factors in predicting the success of a business are?
clockwise curls
good visibility and accessibility
reflect on answers in advance
wave patterns and hair texture
7. Creating a personal plan to meet financial obligations can be achieved by creating a?
20 seconds
rhythm
budget
baking soda
8. Good-quality pressing combs are constructed of either?
stainless steel or brass
budget
deductive reasoning
fine hair
9. Ridge curls are pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a?
services the type of clients you wish to serve
wave
paddle brushes
c-shaped base curls
10. Forcing hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension is called?
professionalism
deductive reasoning
soft sell
ribboning
11. Curls formed in the same direction as the movements of the hands of a clock are known as?
upselling
width
clockwise curls
c-shaped base curls
12. Curved lines repeating in opposite directions create a(n)?
symmetrical balance
incorportating
wave
volume on top and closeness or no volume at sides
13. One of the best ways to improve your performance is to?
checklist
silhouette
boar and nylon
find a role model
14. Supplies and products that are sold to clients are classified as?
retail supplies
budget
silhouette
indentation
15. The two defining characteristics of hair type are?
deductive reasoning
wave patterns and hair texture
hard rubber
width
16. For a roller set where the least amount of volume is desired - rollers should be placed?
one
double-comb press
straight profile
completely off the base
17. The average time an employer will spend scanning a résumé is?
over-direction of ridge
finger wave style
20 seconds
capital for investment
18. Good business operation requires a simple and efficient?
reflect on answers in advance
record system
rhythm
width
19. The wave pattern used to accentuate the face and narrow a round head shape should be?
clockwise curls
one
smooth press
smooth
20. Information that is contained on a résumé should be relevant to?
20 seconds
the position you are seeking
godd personality
incorportating
21. To prepare for questions that may be asked during an employment interview - it is important to?
reflect on answers in advance
transitional lines
fine hair
vertical
22. When creating base curls with full volume - the hair should be held with medium tension at a?
125-degree angle
medium press
the best package of income and career development
texture of the hair
23. If possible - a simple résumé should have how many pages?
one
volume around areas between the temples and jaw and adds width around ears
rhythm
ruffing
24. The type of line used to make a hairstyle appear longer and narrower is a(n)?
c-shaped base curls
one
vertical line
triangular base
25. The type of hair pressing service that removes 50 to 60 percent of the curl is accomplished with a?
smooth
profile
soft press
capital for investment
26. When opening a new business - the location selected should reflect your?
double-comb press
target market
tips
straight
27. Establishing equal or appropriate proportions to create symmetry in a design is called?
balance
silhouette
appropriate for the position
coarse press
28. Lighter highlights may be used at the temples to create the illusion of?
targeting employers
width
profile
90 degree angle
29. The process of reaching logical conclusions by employing logical reasoning is?
the position you are seeking
deductive reasoning
send a thank-you note
salary
30. In finger waving - the ridges and waves that run up and down the head are?
good visibility and accessibility
paddle brushes
soft press
vertical
31. Pressing combs with more space between the teeth produce a?
target market
diffuser
transferable skills
coarse press
32. A written plan that describes a business and foresees projections for the next 5 years is a?
completely off the base
one
business plan
stainless steel or brass
33. A pressing comb with less space between the teeth produces a(n)?
send a thank-you note
smooth press
over-direction of ridge
width
34. A curved part is used for a high forehead or?
receding hairline
soft press
base
the position you are seeking
35. The edges on flat irons that create smooth - straight styles on very curly hair are?
good visibility and accessibility
wave
straight
boar and nylon
36. During salon visits - to ensure that all key areas are observed - it is important to develop a?
boar and nylon
checklist
texture of the hair
medium press
37. The profile that is considered to be ideal is the?
straight profile
transitional lines
smooth
wave
38. The press that removes 60 to 75 percent of the curl is?
triangular base
resume
appropriate for the position
medium press
39. One of the best ways for a business owner to protect personal assets is?
finger wave style
godd personality
incorportating
reflect on answers in advance
40. Someone who recognizes and resolves problems constructively is a (n)?
checklist
problem solver
double-comb press
find a role model
41. A single line of color - or a series of repeated lines - creates a?
light color
bold - dramatic accent
straight
soft press
42. The point where curls of opposite directions meet forming a recessed area is called?
symmetrical balance
indentation
good visibility and accessibility
triangular base
43. Lines a constant distance apart in the same direction that are used to create width in a hair design are?
90 degree angle
horizontal lines
wrapping
finger wave style
44. To create curls in using rollers - the hair should be wrapped around the roller?
over-direction of ridge
base
two and a half turns
transferable skills
45. Combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp to form a cushion at the base is known as?
good visibility and accessibility
teasing
volume around areas between the temples and jaw and adds width around ears
employment portfolio
46. The styling choice for a client with a round facial type would be a style that has?
clockwise curls
volume on top and closeness or no volume at sides
volume around areas between the temples and jaw and adds width around ears
income
47. A hard press is also known as a?
diffuser
stainless steel or brass
business plan
double-comb press
48. The regular pulsation or recurrent pattern of movement in a design is the?
rhythm
smooth press
wave
appropriate for the position
49. The outline of the face - head - and figure seen in a side view is the?
profile
transferable skills
arc base
volume on top and closeness or no volume at sides
50. Another term used to describe back-brushing is?
business plan
ruffing
job description
budget