20 tricky cosmetology practice questions — Test 4

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Practice 20 multiple-choice theory questions and read similar terms, service steps and qualifiers carefully. Answer the questions, then use Submit at the end to view your result and any available explanations.

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  1. Read each question and choose an answer. Pay attention to words such as “most,” “least” and “except.”
  2. Use Submit at the end to view your result. Keep a short list of concepts to revisit.
  3. Use your school materials and the practice links below to review those concepts before another mixed set.

This is independent written-theory practice. Official question counts, timing, passing standards and required exam sections vary by state. Find your state’s licensing guide and check the current board and exam-vendor instructions.

Cosmetology theory practice — Test 4
Free cosmetology practice — Test 4

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Independent theory practice — 20 questions. Read each question carefully, then select Submit at the end to review your result.

1. 
Ultraviolet (UV) rays are also called "cold rays" or "actinic rays." UVA rays are known to have a stimulating effect on the skin, but they can damage the skin’s elasticity and cause what effect?

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2. 
Vigorously brushing the hair before a permanent wave service may cause:

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3. 
When a cold wave results in frizzy hair, how can it be corrected?

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4. 
What term describes the hair's ability to absorb fluids or liquids?

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5. 
Which of the following substances has a softening and swelling effect on hair, especially overly curly hair?

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6. 
The ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun are referred to as what type of rays?

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7. 
Croquignole curling technique involves winding the hair strand starting from which point?

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8. 
The hair takes its shape, size, and direction from the:

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9. 
The technical term for excessive perspiration (sweating) is:

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10. 
The corrugator muscle is located at the eyebrow line. Which muscles are responsible for mastication (chewing)?

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11. 
Which one of the following controls the muscles of facial expression?

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12. 
When using dermal lights, which of the following is NOT required?

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13. 
The parietal bones are found in the crown area. The origin of the trapezius muscle is in the:

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14. 
A short processing time in cold permanent waving is required for:

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15. 
What type of hair requires a short processing time when using a cold wave (no-heat) permanent waving technique?

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16. 
When two or more elements chemically combine, they form a:

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17. 
Under which condition should a cold wave not be performed?

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18. 
The human nervous system is structurally composed of:

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19. 
Hair that is difficult to lighten to a pale yellow color most likely contains which type of pigment?

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20. 
A predisposition test is not necessary before applying which of the following?

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Questions about this cosmetology practice set

Question: What is the best way to prepare for the cosmetology exam?

Use practice to find what you need to review. Answer first, review your result and any available explanations, then revisit missed concepts in your school materials.

Review hair structure and growth as part of your cosmetology theory study. Use your current board or exam-vendor outline to confirm the required topics and their emphasis.

This free page contains 20 multiple-choice theory practice questions. Select Submit at the end to view your result and any available explanations.

Read the whole question, identify qualifiers such as “most,” “least” and “except,” and explain the concepts you missed before trying another set.

Pay attention to sanitation instructions, similar anatomy terms and service steps. When you miss an item, check the concept in your school materials before repeating it.

Official question counts vary by state and provider. Check the current candidate instructions for your exam. This page contains 20 practice questions.

Use the passing standard published by your state board or exam vendor. Your score on this practice page is study feedback, not an official licensing-exam result.

Use the current official outline for the topics required by your exam. This page supports written-theory study; it does not replace required training or a practical assessment.

Requirements and exam outlines can change. Check your board or vendor’s latest published candidate instructions and use your current school materials alongside this practice.

This set does not predict the difficulty or result of your official exam. Use missed questions to choose the concepts you need to revisit.

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Choose a shorter mixed round or one topic to revisit, then return to your school materials and current official exam outline.

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