Missed Questions Flashcards
Which EPA approved disinfectant needs to be changed every 10 days?
AHP
Which of the following is a common, extremely contagious bacterial infection of the eye?
conjuctivitis
Which of the following Web sites offers video lessons from Vivienne Mackinder?
hairdesignertv.com
Lines in the same direction that create width and are a constant distance apart are
horizontal lines
Which of the following is a branch of the fifth cranial nerve affected by massage?
mental nerve
The initiator that is added to polymer powder to start the chain reaction of curing is
benzoyl peroxide
The muscular wall that separates the thorax from the abdominal region and helps control breathing is the
diaphragm
One reason for going into a partnership arrangement is to have help running the business and
capital for investment
The cortex of the hair has a fibrous protein core formed by:
elongated cells
After the nail is refined, use which grit to buff the surface smooth?
350 grit or higher
The simplest form of chemical matter is an
element
The clear, transparent skin layer just under the surface through which light passes is the:
stratum lucidum
During a haircut, when the hair is elevated below 90 degrees, you:
build weight
Squamous cell carcinoma is characterized by:
scaly red papules or nodules
Which of the following is a concentrated treatment product containing menthol, mint, or cucumber?
mask
Hair with a tight cuticle making it difficult for chemicals and moisture to penetrate has:
low porosity
A nail shape slightly tapered and most common on men is the:
round
Chemical services such as haircolors, hair lighteners, and permanent wave solutions require which of the following?
redox reactions
The gauge of hardness of the steel shears are made from is called:
rockwell hardness
In the 1960s, beauty pioneer Jheri Redding revolutionized the salon industry by being the first to market:
ph balanced shampoos
When performing a pedicure service, the toenails should be filed:
straight across with rounded corners
Which disinfectant can damage rubber and plastic materials?
phenolic disinfectants
When pressing short, fine hair, extra care must be taken:
around the hairline
The technique of backbrushing is also called:
ruffing
The most common type of perm rod is the:
concave rod
The cuticle does all of the following, EXCEPT:
nourish the matrix
The maturing process of hair is:
keratinization
A chemical combination of matter in definite (fixed) proportions is a:
pure substance
Which of the following is NOT considered one of the three types of side bonds of the cortex?
peptide bonds
The most popular type of nail wrap is:
fabric
Which of the following is an example of an inappropriate interview question?
what is your date of birth
Compounds consisting of carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen, and sulfur are:
amino acids
A condition characterized by darker than normal pigmentation, appearing as dark splotches, is:
hyperpigmentation
Wrap resin accelerator is also known as:
activator
What can cause a disinfectant to become inactive?
soap
Which muscle separates the toes?
abductor digiti minimi
The visible part of the matrix that extends from underneath the living skin is the:
lunula
Removing nail enhancements from the acetone or product remover causes the product to:
quickly
Acid-free primer will dry to which surface type?
shiny and sticky
A unit that measures the resistance of an electric> current is a(n):
ohm
What type of change occurs when nail polish is taken off the nail with a remover solvent?
physical change
Long, coiled polypeptide chains are:
keratin proteins
Which of the following skin disorders is commonly called liver spots?
chloasma
The shape of the cells in the medulla layer of the hair is:
round
Spray-on instant sanitizers are not recommended for brush cleaning because they contain which ingredient?
alcohol
The condition characterized by the excessive production and accumulation of skin cells is:
pityriasis
To decide what you want out of life, which process should you use?
goal setting
The extensor muscles involved with the bending of the wrist are the:
flexors
Masks that are applied quickly, form a seal, and dry to a rubberized texture are:
alginate masks
Hair is approximately what percentage protein?
90 percent
To prevent the transfer of oil and debris from your fingers, what do you use to press fabric onto the nail plate?
flexible plastic sheet
The portion of the hair that projects above the skin is the:
shaft
When choosing colors for a client, the three factors to consider are:
skin, eye, and hair color
All of the following are examples of connective tissue EXCEPT:
skin
Which of the following is NOT a common shampoo additive?
water
The kidneys, liver, skin, large intestine, and lungs are part of the:
excretory system
The section of the pin curl between the base and the first arc that gives the curl direction and movement is the:
stem
Nail polish is an example of a(n):
suspension
Nail abrasive files stored in a sealed plastic bag or containers promote:
growth of pathogens
Odorless products harden more slowly, which creates a tacky product layer called the:
inhibition layer
The nail will show through a UV gel that has:
low opacity
To prevent excessive odors and vapors in the salon, use a trash container with a:
self closing lid
A chemical combination of two or more atoms of different elements in definite proportions is a(n):
compound
A skin disease caused by an infestation of head lice is called:
pediculosis capitis
Medium-grit abrasives (180 to 240 grit or above) are used to:
smooth and refine surfaces
Healthy nails have a water content of between:
15 and 25 percent
Polypeptide chains are cross-linked together and form how many types of side bonds?
three
When the roller sits halfway on its base and halfway behind the base, which of the following results?
medium volume
Piles of material on the skin surface or depressions in the skin surface characterize:
secondary skin lesions
During the pre-service sanitation procedure, implements should be immersed in an EPA-registered disinfectant for:
10 minutes
Water that has had impurities which would make a product unstable removed is called:
deionized
A medical device that uses multiple colors and wavelengths of focused light to treat spider veins is:
Intense pulse light
Which permanent wave is an endothermic process?
true acid
Haircoloring products used on prelightened hair to achieve pale and delicate colors are:
toners
The shorter rays of the sun that stop penetration at the base of the epidermis are:
UVB
A salt bond is broken by changes in:
ph
Which of the following is formed by combining many small molecules into long chain-like structures?
polymer
Nerve endings that are sensitive to touch and pressure are found in the:
papillary layer
Paraffin wax treatments should be avoided on clients with which of the following?
warts, eczema, impaired circulation
The phase of metabolism in which stored energy is released is:
catabolism
A flat spot or discoloration of the skin such as a freckle is a:
macule
Which water treatment process is often used in the manufacturing of cosmetics?
distillation
Neutralization rebuilds disulfide bonds by removing extra:
hydrogen atoms
An amino acid that joins together two peptide strands is:
cystine
An example of a single-process coloring application is a virgin tint application or:
color retouch application
When repairing a crack in monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancements, begin by:
filing a V shape into the crack
A contagious bacterial skin infection characterized by weeping lesions is:
impetigo
You should ask your client how much time she wants to spend on her hair each day as part of which step of the 10-step consultation method?
review the client’s lifestyle
The three types of UV light include all of the following EXCEPT:
UVD
A metal pusher should be held like a pencil with the flat end held at what degree angle from the nail plate?
20 to 30
A long-term picture of what the business will become and what it will look like when it gets there is a:
vision statement
The balance or the hue of color seen in the hair is referred to as:
tone
The living skin at the base of the natural nail plate that covers the matrix area is the:
eponychium
Hydroxide chemical hair relaxers break disulfide bonds and convert them to:
lanthionine bonds
An open lesion on the skin or mucous membrane of the body, accompanied by pus and loss of skin depth, is a(n):
ulcer
The layer of the skin commonly called the true skin is the:
dermis
The thin layer of tissue that is attached to the nail plate is the:
bed epithelium
A section of hair molded in a circular movement for the formation of curls is the:
shaping
To produce half-base curls, strong curls with moderate lift or volume, the hair is held at a:
90 degree
The process of steam distillation was refined by:
Avicenna
The different types of electrical currents used in facial and scalp treatments are:
modalities
A thin, continuous mark used as a guide in haircutting is called a(n):
line
The compass that keeps you on course over the long haul of your career is:
integrity
Long, coiled polypeptide chains are:
keratin proteins
The muscle that draws the scalp backward is the:
occipitalis
An inflammation of the skin caused by having contact with certain chemicals or substances is:
contact dermatitis
After applying the fabric strip, run your hand of the fabric surface:
3-5 times
Small, thin bones located at the front inner wall of the orbits are:
lacrimal bones
Which bacteria are transmitted in the air, in dust, or within the substance in which they settle?
cocci
Which type of lamp is used mainly during hair conditioning treatments and to process haircolor?
infrared
The procedure to attach individual synthetic eyelashes to a client’s own lashes at their base is:
eye tabbing
Which animal hair lends itself to adding fantasy colors?
yak
In a corporate structure, which department handles financial planning for employees?
human resources
Muscles that straighten the wrist, hand, and fingers to form a straight line are the:
extensors
Which of the following is a primary lesion frequently seen in cases of severe acne?
cyst
Powdered persulfate salts added to haircolor to increase its lightening ability are called:
activators
What starts a chain reaction that leads to the creation of very long polymer chains?
initiators
Hand and/or arm massage is contraindicated for clients with severe, uncontrolled:
hypertension
A deep rubbing massage movement where pressure is applied while moving over an underlying structure is:
friction
In general, a razor should not be used on curly hair as it may:
weaken the cuticle can cause the hair to frizz
Lesions that are a different color than the color of the skin are which type?
primary
If the skin of an average adult were stretched out, it would cover more than how many square inches?
3000
Pin curls sliced from a shaping without lifting the hair are:
carved curls
