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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. To remove the carbon buildup from the metal portion of a pressing comb - immerse the comb in a solution containing?
one
baking soda
full-stem curl
the position you are seeking
2. Income in addition to your regular compensation that must be tracked and reported on tax returns is?
tips
soft sell
paddle brushes
wave patterns and hair texture
3. A salon is a team environment that requires that you practice and perfect your?
transferable skills
people skills
receding hairline
horizontal lines
4. Someone who recognizes and resolves problems constructively is a (n)?
problem solver
employment portfolio
wave patterns and hair texture
horizontal lines
5. The average time an employer will spend scanning a résumé is?
20 seconds
c-shaped base curls
base
wave
6. Good-quality pressing combs are constructed of either?
90 degree angle
deductive reasoning
clockwise curls
stainless steel or brass
7. Good business operation requires a simple and efficient?
retail supplies
record system
indentation
base
8. Two of the most important factors in predicting the success of a business are?
hard rubber
good visibility and accessibility
transferable skills
services the type of clients you wish to serve
9. The correct temperature setting of the iron when thermal curling is determined by the?
hard press
target market
employment portfolio
texture of the hair
10. A styling technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining shape is?
find a role model
wrapping
straight
record system
11. The stationary foundation of a curl that is also the area closest to the scalp is called the?
open center curls
horizontal lines
facial bones
base
12. The practice of recommending and selling additional services to clients is know as?
professionalism
upselling
wrapping
texture of the hair
13. A written plan that describes a business and foresees projections for the next 5 years is a?
full-stem curl
proportion
wave
business plan
14. During salon visits - to ensure that all key areas are observed - it is important to develop a?
checklist
finger wave style
the best package of income and career development
smooth press
15. The technique of establishing contacts that may eventually lead to employment opportunities is?
networking
transferable skills
smooth
wave patterns and hair texture
16. To draw a line in a hairstyle in the direction you want the eye to travel - use a?
light color
one
retail supplies
triangular base
17. The process of reaching logical conclusions by employing logical reasoning is?
problem solver
profile
triangular base
deductive reasoning
18. The type of line used to make a hairstyle appear longer and narrower is a(n)?
vertical line
upselling
light color
medium press
19. Contrasting lines are horizontal and vertical lines that create a hard edge and form a?
silhouette
bold - dramatic accent
smooth
90 degree angle
20. Lighter highlights may be used at the temples to create the illusion of?
base
business plan
width
tips
21. The comparative relationship in scale of one thing to another in hair design is called?
facial bones
triangular base
profile
proportion
22. The point where curls of opposite directions meet forming a recessed area is called?
indentation
finger wave style
transferable skills
receding hairline
23. Another term used to describe back-brushing is?
full-stem curl
symmetrical balance
ruffing
income
24. 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?
checklist
90 degree angle
hard press
rhythm
25. A single line of color - or a series of repeated lines - creates a?
125-degree angle
volume on top and closeness or no volume at sides
open center curls
bold - dramatic accent
26. Records that include receipts from client services and retail sales should be listed as?
volume around areas between the temples and jaw and adds width around ears
income
full-stem curl
finger wave style
27. After being granted an employment interview or salon observation - it is customary to?
medium press
send a thank-you note
clockwise curls
appropriate for the position
28. To be successful in sales - you need ambition - determination - and a?
godd personality
services the type of clients you wish to serve
resume
reflect on answers in advance
29. In the finger wave procedure - pinching or pushing a ridge with your fingers creates?
finger wave style
over-direction of ridge
soft press
services the type of clients you wish to serve
30. Grooming brushes that add polish and shine to the hair have a bristle mixture consisting of?
smooth
boar and nylon
straight profile
90 degree angle
31. A blow-dryer attachment used to accentuate the textural definition in a style is a?
networking
target market
fine hair
diffuser
32. When opening a new business - the location selected should reflect your?
good visibility and accessibility
target market
smooth press
job description
33. To create curls in using rollers - the hair should be wrapped around the roller?
two and a half turns
paddle brushes
medium press
find a role model
34. The wave pattern used to accentuate the face and narrow a round head shape should be?
light color
vertical line
smooth
width
35. When creating base curls with full volume - the hair should be held with medium tension at a?
triangular base
horizontal lines
ribboning
125-degree angle
36. Combing small sections of hair from the ends toward the scalp to form a cushion at the base is known as?
teasing
proportion
touch-up
networking
37. When choosing a salon for employment opportunities - it is critical to choose a salon that?
services the type of clients you wish to serve
business plan
people skills
profile
38. Curved lines that are used to blend and soften horizontal or vertical lines are?
hard rubber
medium press
transitional lines
one
39. To offset or round out the square facial type - choose a style that has?
reflect on answers in advance
capital for investment
volume around areas between the temples and jaw and adds width around ears
employment portfolio
40. A pressing comb with less space between the teeth produces a(n)?
smooth press
good visibility and accessibility
c-shaped base curls
texture of the hair
41. Creating a personal plan to meet financial obligations can be achieved by creating a?
fine hair
wave
stainless steel or brass
budget
42. The styling choice for a client with a round facial type would be a style that has?
open center curls
networking
volume on top and closeness or no volume at sides
checklist
43. Establishing equal or appropriate proportions to create symmetry in a design is called?
inside the roller
balance
blow-dry styling
skip waves
44. The technique of drying and styling damp hair in one operation is?
baking soda
business plan
width
blow-dry styling
45. Forcing hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension is called?
employment portfolio
income
ribboning
retail supplies
46. The press that removes 60 to 75 percent of the curl is?
medium press
symmetrical balance
skip waves
godd personality
47. Combs that are used for thermal curling should be made of?
OSHA
clockwise curls
incorportating
hard rubber
48. Comparing answers from salon interview questions will help you choose?
problem solver
full-stem curl
the best package of income and career development
symmetrical balance
49. Ridge curls are pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a?
checklist
wave
problem solver
horizontal lines
50. When securing a roller - one end of the clip should be under the roller and one end?
OSHA
inside the roller
work ethic
record system