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Salon Professional
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Subject
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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 correct temperature setting of the iron when thermal curling is determined by the?
texture of the hair
smooth
touch-up
clockwise curls
2. Combs that are used for thermal curling should be made of?
bold - dramatic accent
balance
hard rubber
fine hair
3. Someone who recognizes and resolves problems constructively is a (n)?
deductive reasoning
targeting employers
fine hair
problem solver
4. When selecting an interview wardrobe - it is critical that the selection be?
appropriate for the position
open center curls
baking soda
two and a half turns
5. A single line of color - or a series of repeated lines - creates a?
silhouette
bold - dramatic accent
vertical
medium press
6. The type of curl that is placed completely off base and allows for the greatest mobility is the?
20 seconds
boar and nylon
full-stem curl
stainless steel or brass
7. The press that removes 60 to 75 percent of the curl is?
triangular base
medium press
transitional lines
receding hairline
8. Lighter highlights may be used at the temples to create the illusion of?
width
soft sell
over-direction of ridge
targeting employers
9. Curls formed in the same direction as the movements of the hands of a clock are known as?
wave patterns and hair texture
reflect on answers in advance
clockwise curls
hard rubber
10. The document that outlines the duties and responsibilities of a salon or spa position is a(n)?
job description
c-shaped base curls
smooth
transitional lines
11. A curved part is used for a high forehead or?
blow-dry styling
receding hairline
wrapping
base
12. When opening a new business - the location selected should reflect your?
hard rubber
target market
proportion
teasing
13. Information that is contained on a résumé should be relevant to?
resume
vertical
hard rubber
the position you are seeking
14. The average time an employer will spend scanning a résumé is?
budget
20 seconds
checklist
transferable skills
15. The technique of drying and styling damp hair in one operation is?
width
business plan
straight
blow-dry styling
16. Another term used to describe back-brushing is?
volume on top and closeness or no volume at sides
ruffing
work ethic
indentation
17. Combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp to form a cushion at the base is known as?
teasing
employment portfolio
double-comb press
resume
18. A bound collection of photos and documents that reflect skills and accomplishments should be contained in a(n)?
employment portfolio
professionalism
volume around areas between the temples and jaw and adds width around ears
straight
19. The most reliable method of compensation for a new salon professional is?
salary
over-direction of ridge
horizontal lines
c-shaped base curls
20. In finger waving - the ridges and waves that run up and down the head are?
teasing
record system
facial bones
vertical
21. A hard press is also known as a?
boar and nylon
double-comb press
blow-dry styling
people skills
22. Records that include receipts from client services and retail sales should be listed as?
arc base
finger wave style
income
completely off the base
23. Forcing hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension is called?
smooth
targeting employers
ribboning
indentation
24. When securing a roller - one end of the clip should be under the roller and one end?
people skills
resume
inside the roller
stainless steel or brass
25. A salon is a team environment that requires that you practice and perfect your?
deductive reasoning
people skills
wave patterns and hair texture
double-comb press
26. To remove the carbon buildup from the metal portion of a pressing comb - immerse the comb in a solution containing?
wave
the position you are seeking
baking soda
incorportating
27. The press performed when the hair becomes curly again due to perspiration or dampness is a?
touch-up
find a role model
income
the position you are seeking
28. An example of a style using curved - parallel lines that creates interest in the design is a?
open center curls
finger wave style
paddle brushes
wave patterns and hair texture
29. The point where curls of opposite directions meet forming a recessed area is called?
indentation
wave patterns and hair texture
appropriate for the position
ribboning
30. In the finger wave procedure - pinching or pushing a ridge with your fingers creates?
teasing
diffuser
over-direction of ridge
rhythm
31. A styling technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining shape is?
income
people skills
soft sell
wrapping
32. The part of the overall design that the client will respond to first is the?
upselling
business plan
inside the roller
silhouette
33. The technique of establishing contacts that may eventually lead to employment opportunities is?
reflect on answers in advance
one
networking
smooth
34. After being granted an employment interview or salon observation - it is customary to?
light color
send a thank-you note
balance
vertical
35. One of the most important steps in the process of job hunting is to narrow the search by?
indentation
hard press
targeting employers
professionalism
36. To prepare for questions that may be asked during an employment interview - it is important to?
reflect on answers in advance
good visibility and accessibility
ruffing
targeting employers
37. The edges on flat irons that create smooth - straight styles on very curly hair are?
straight
retail supplies
godd personality
soft press
38. When creating base curls with full volume - the hair should be held with medium tension at a?
125-degree angle
work ethic
vertical line
20 seconds
39. The type of hair pressing service that removes 50 to 60 percent of the curl is accomplished with a?
soft press
work ethic
rhythm
arc base
40. The comparative relationship in scale of one thing to another in hair design is called?
smooth press
soft press
problem solver
proportion
41. One of the best ways for a business owner to protect personal assets is?
blow-dry styling
checklist
incorportating
skip waves
42. Income in addition to your regular compensation that must be tracked and reported on tax returns is?
tips
good visibility and accessibility
diffuser
arc base
43. To offset or round out the square facial type - choose a style that has?
volume around areas between the temples and jaw and adds width around ears
base
profile
straight profile
44. The two defining characteristics of hair type are?
wave patterns and hair texture
tips
profile
work ethic
45. Supplies and products that are sold to clients are classified as?
retail supplies
find a role model
bold - dramatic accent
texture of the hair
46. Along the front hairline to prevent splits or breaks in the finished style - the recommended base to use is?
triangular base
target market
straight profile
incorportating
47. Good business operation requires a simple and efficient?
job description
clockwise curls
90 degree angle
record system
48. To create curls in using rollers - the hair should be wrapped around the roller?
proportion
two and a half turns
silhouette
hard rubber
49. To draw a line in a hairstyle in the direction you want the eye to travel - use a?
resume
capital for investment
light color
professionalism
50. The principle of hair design that holds all the elements of design together is?
c-shaped base curls
harmony
boar and nylon
balance