Welcome to your Cosmetology Practice Test 5 (50 Questions with Answers)
1.
Nail fungus usually appears as a discoloration on the nail that spreads toward the:
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2.
The shortwave method of electrolysis destroys the hair by affecting the papilla through:
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3.
Back-combing and back-brushing (also called teasing, ratting, or matting) creates a firm cushion in the hair for building what type of style?
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4.
The disease AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) is caused by:
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5.
Which of the following statements is NOT correct?
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6.
Effleurage, which is a gentle, continuous, and slow massage movement using the fingertips and palms, is also known as:
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7.
What does a blister or bulla contain?
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8.
According to the rules and regulations of the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology, what do they state regarding sanitary equipment?
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9.
What is the correct method for laundering dirty towels or uniforms in a salon?
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10.
The transmission of the HIV virus occurs through:
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11.
Katherine's nail salon uses a portable tool with a small motor to work with acrylic nails. What type of device is this?
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12.
When a roller is placed directly on its base at a 135° angle to create maximum hair volume, the roller will hold the equivalent of how many stand-up curls?
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13.
According to the rules and regulations of the State Board of Cosmetology, what is the proper guideline for towel usage?
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14.
Skin preparations often contain hormones that are produced in the body’s:
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15.
When hair is bleached to a red-gold stage, which base tone should be used to neutralize the unwanted color?
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16.
If a permanent cold wave (perm) is processed without enough neutralizer, what result will the hair have?
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17.
The operator is not permitted to work while suffering from which of the following conditions?
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18.
During the disincrustation procedure, the positive pole (anode) of the galvanic current machine should be held by:
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19.
When is the proper time to set up your station and sanitize your instruments?
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20.
Hair that becomes very curly when wet, but looks too straight or frizzy when dry, is a sign that the hair has been overstretched and is:
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21.
The application of cleansing cream should begin on the client’s:
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22.
Massage promotes warmth because the blood supply and circulation are:
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23.
Which bones form the bridge (top part) of the nose?
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24.
What is the maximum recommended time for using high-frequency current during a facial or scalp treatment in the beauty salon?
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25.
How can infected fluids pass between technician and client?
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26.
A physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating skin disorders is called a:
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27.
Which type of bacteria does not cause disease and is often beneficial?
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28.
The headrest of the facial chair should always be covered with which of the following for proper sanitation?
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29.
To avoid back strain when sitting on a chair, the correct position is:
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30.
To neutralize the yellowish tones in gray or white hair, which color should be used?
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31.
Tim is having a pedicure. How should his toenails be shaped?
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32.
In chemical hair relaxing, when the process is completed, what must you do?
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33.
When cutting hair, texture shears are mainly used for what purpose?
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34.
Which of the following is not an acceptable substance to stop minor bleeding (styptic)?
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35.
A cosmetologist must not massage the skin surface or scalp of a client if the area is:
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36.
After completing a treatment, what should be done with the excess liquid left in a plastic bowl?
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37.
Using large amounts of certain drugs can negatively affect the skin because they interfere with the body’s intake of:
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38.
If an object (such as a comb, brush, or tool) is dropped on the salon floor, what must be done before it can be used again?
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39.
What is the thin line of skin at the base of the nail that extends from the skin at the nail wall called?
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40.
Because of body heat and incomplete keratinization, the color processing happens faster at which part of the hair?
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41.
The method of using chemicals to break down the structure of overly curly hair before applying a cold wave is done for what purpose?
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42.
A licensed cosmetologist working in a licensed establishment may perform cosmetology services for which type of client or situation?
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43.
When blue, green, and violet are mixed together, which base color is produced?
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44.
Which type of basic chemical color is applied to damaged hair to help it accept and hold color evenly?
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45.
When hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) is mixed with oil bleach, what reaction happens to the hair?
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46.
The purpose of the M.S.D.S (Material Safety Data Sheet) is to:
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47.
Shampoo trays and bowls in a beauty salon must be kept in good condition and sanitary by cleaning them with which of the following?
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48.
Why is a tint (patch) test usually applied at the inner elbow or behind the ear?
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49.
To keep the protective drape from touching the client’s neck during a service, what should you use?
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50.
Quaternary ammonium compound at 1000 P.P.M is the only germicide approved for use in a wet sanitizer to disinfect which of the following?
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