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Salon Professional

Subject : certifications
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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1. The correct temperature setting of the iron when thermal curling is determined by the?






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






21. A hard press is also known as a?






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






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






33. The technique of establishing contacts that may eventually lead to employment opportunities is?






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






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






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






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






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






39. The type of hair pressing service that removes 50 to 60 percent of the curl is accomplished with a?






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






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






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






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






44. The two defining characteristics of hair type are?






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






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






47. Good business operation requires a simple and efficient?






48. To create curls in using rollers - the hair should be wrapped around the roller?






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






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