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Salon Professional

Subject : certifications
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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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 part of the overall design that the client will respond to first is the?






2. Lighter highlights may be used at the temples to create the illusion of?






3. The two defining characteristics of hair type are?






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






16. The thermal press that removes 100 percent of the curl and is accomplished by applying the comb twice on each side of the hair is?






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






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






19. The type of curl that is placed completely off base and allows for the greatest mobility is the?






20. The principle of hair design that holds all the elements of design together is?






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






22. The technique of drying and styling damp hair in one operation is?






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






24. A written plan that describes a business and foresees projections for the next 5 years is a?






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






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






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






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






29. Good-quality pressing combs are constructed of either?






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






31. During salon visits - to ensure that all key areas are observed - it is important to develop a?






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






33. One of the best ways to improve your performance is to?






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






35. Good business operation requires a simple and efficient?






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






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






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






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






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






41. In the finger wave procedure - pinching or pushing a ridge with your fingers creates?






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






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






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






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






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






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






48. If possible - a simple résumé should have how many pages?






49. A single line of color - or a series of repeated lines - creates a?






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