Chapter 3: Your Professional Image

Question 1

If a client notices that you have bad breath, he or she is most likely to:

Answer 1

Say nothing and simply not return to the salon

Question 2

Good posture:

Answer 2

Conveys and image of confidence

Question 3

When giving a manicure, you should:

Answer 3

Have the client extend his/her hand across the table to you.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a bad habit?
A.) bending or contorting your wrists when using tools
B.) holding elbows @ less than 60 degree angle from your body
C.) bending forward or twisting your body to get closer to your client
D.) gripping or squeezing tools too tightly

Answer 4

Holding your elbows at less than a 60 degree angle away from your body when cutting hair

Question 5

To prevent injuries when working, you should _____ as much as possible.

Answer 5

Keep your wrists in a straight position.

Question 6

How a person_______ is often the first clue to determining if he or she has what it takes to do the job.

Answer 6

Looks

Question 7

Beauty professionals who have to stand or sit all day and perform repetitive movements are susceptible to problems in all of the following EXCEPT:
A.) wrists
B.) stomach
C.) feet
D.) neck

Answer 7

Stomach

Question 8

A hygiene pack for work should include if of the following EXCEPT:
A.) toothbrush
B.) clear nail polish
C.) sanitizing hand wipes
D.) deodorant

Answer 8

Clear nail polish

Question 9

Which of the following is appropriate to wear at the salon?
A.) a stylish top
B.) jewelry that jingles
C.) high-heeled shoes
D.) loose undergarments

Answer 9

A stylish top

Question 10

Which term refers to the process of caring for parts of the body and maintaining an overall polished look?

Answer 10

Personal Grooming

Question 11

Throughout the day, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:
A.) perform self checks
B.) wash your hand
C.) smoke in a designated smoking area
D.) use mouthwash or breath mints

Answer 11

Smoke in the designated smoking area

Question 12

One guideline for achieving and maintaining good posture is:

Answer 12

Hold you shoulders level and relaxed

Question 13

Your makeup should:

Answer 13

Enhance your facial features

Question 14

The impression you project through both your outward appearance and your conduct in the work place is known as:

Answer 14

Professional image

Question 15

When choosing what to wear for work, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:
A.) consider body type and shape
B.) select clothing that looks flattering
C.) look in the mirror from various angles
D.) wear whatever is most comfortable

Answer 15

Wear whatever is most comfortable

Question 16

Being well groomed begins with:

Answer 16

Looking and smelling fresh

Question 17

It is recommended that you invest in a(n) _____ as part of your standard work attire.

Answer 17

Apron or smock

Question 18

What is the science of designing the workplace and its equipment and tools to make specific body movements more comfortable, efficient, and safe?

Answer 18

Ergonomics

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence to failing to maintain a professional image?
A.) loss of practical skills
B.) loss of clients 
C.) loss of income
D.) a poor reputation

Answer 19

Loss of practical skills

Question 20

Which of these is professional behavior?
A.) always being considerate
B.) gossiping about coworkers 
C.) being polite only when others are polite
D.) keeping to yourself

Answer 20

Always being considerate

Question 21

When working at a salon, you will be expected to have a(n)_____ hairstyle.

Answer 21

Up-to-date

Question 22

When standing to cut hair, you should:

Answer 22

Align your pelvic area with your abdomen

Question 23

Which term refers to the daily maintenance of cleanliness by practicing good healthful habits?

Answer 23

Personal hygiene

Question 24

When using social media, you should:

Answer 24

Post helpful content

Question 25

Your _____ involves your posture and the way you walk and move.

Answer 25

Physical presentation