State board Flashcards

1
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Cosmetology is defined as the ____ of beautifying and improving the skin, nails and hair

A

Art & science

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2
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The term cosmetology comes from the ____ word kosneticos, meaning skilled in the ise of cosmetics

A

Greek

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3
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Archaeological stifies reveal that hair cutting and hairstyling were practiced in some form as early as the

A

Ice age

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4
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Ancient people around the world iswr animal hide to ____

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To tie hair back or for adornment

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5
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Which civilization is most know for using a variety of hairstyles as symbols of tribal traditions to convey message of age, marital status, power and rank

A

African

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6
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Which queen erected a personal cosmetics factory next to the dead sea?

A

Queen Cleopatra

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7
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What were the royal colors of the Chou Dynasty?

A

Gold and silver

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8
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During which austere and restrictive period in british history did queen victoria reign?

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Victorian age

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9
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Which polish immigrant americanized his name in 1908 and moved to los angles, where he began making and selling makeup?

A

Max factor

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10
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_______, the chold of former slaves, was a pioneer in the modern african american hair care and cosmetics industry

A

Sarah Breedlove

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11
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The salon industry depends heavily on its relationships with product distributors, which wre referred to as

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Distributor sales consultants

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12
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Cosmetologist may choose to specalize and work in a specific type of facility. Which facility would be least appropriate for a specialist?

A

Massage clinic

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13
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Your license will unlock countless doors for employment. However, your career must be

A

Fueled with personal dedication and passion

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14
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What is a success strategy that can turn your image of a dream job into a successful salon?

A

Visualization

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15
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What symptom of faulty organization results from scheduling too many tasks at one time and then putting them off to complete at a later date

A

Procrastination

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16
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Despite what emotions a person feels, ___ and ____ skills will help people move to the next level in their career.

A

Motivation, self management

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17
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What are three active problem solving words that should be utilized when building a positive vocabulary?

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Explore, analyze and determine

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18
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One essential part of any business plan is a ______, which establishes the purpose and values of an institution, provides a sense of direction by defining guiding principles and clarifying goals, and functions as the foundation of the business operation

A

Mission statement

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19
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Which term refers to the identification of long term and short term goals?

A

Goal setting

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20
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______ means tonorder tasks on a to do list from most important to least important

A

Prioritizing

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21
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How can a licensed cosmetologist best keep abreast of new trends, techniques, products and information?

A

Seek continuing education opportunities

22
Q

Professionals who practice active listening and have both non verbal and verbal skills are effective at ______

A

Communication

23
Q

It is essential for beauty practitioners to be well groomed and practice basic hygenie everyday because they ______

A

Work in close proximity to their clients

24
Q

What term refers to the daily maintenance of cleanliness through the practice of good healthful habits?

A

Personal hygiene

25
Q

The impression that you project through both your outward appearance and your conduct in the workplace is your _____

A

Professional image

26
Q

Shoes worn by stylists while working in the salon should be comfortable, closed tow ______ and provide arch support

A

Low-heeled

27
Q

The maintenance of healthy skin and the careful application of ______ enhances your best facial features and promotes your professional image.

A

Makeup

28
Q

The science of designing and planning of the workplace, as well as its equipment and tooks for maximum comfort, safety and efficiency is known as ______

A

Ergonomics

29
Q

Which action best illustrates the use of ergonomic principles in a salon?

A

Installing hydraulic chairs which raise and lower

30
Q

_________ is the key to avoiding problems with posture and movements

A

Prevention

31
Q

Bending forward and or twisting your body to get closer to your client, gripping or squeezing your implements too tightly and holding your arms too far from your body are examples of ______ that will ultimately cause injuries

A

Repetitive motions

32
Q

Stressful, repetitive motions have a cumulative effect on joints and ______

A

Muscles

33
Q

Which action would be most helpful im countering the negative effects of repetitive motions?

A

Stretching and walking around in intervals

34
Q

A tennis ball is useful in exercises to release stress from repetitive movement of which body part?

A

Fingers

35
Q

When should a client consultation be performed?

A

During each salon visit and service

36
Q

What is the first step in the 10 step consultation method?

A

Review the intake form

37
Q

When handling a scheduling mix up with a client, it is recommended that you

A

Never argue and always be polite

38
Q

Your older clients may not like gum chewing, slang or the use of yeah instead of yes. Awareness of these ______ will help you remain professional with all clientele

A

Generational differences

39
Q

Honesty is always the best policy, but practicing ______ will ensure that you think before you speak

A

Sensitivity

40
Q

According to your text, the GHS gives workers the right to _______

A

Understand safety concerns associated with chemicals

41
Q

As of June 2015, both federal and state laws require that manufacturers supply a _____ for all chemical products manufactured and sold

A

SDS

42
Q

Which agency is responsible for designating disinfecting agents as being effective enough to be used in a hospital setting and effective for cleaning blood and body fluids?

A

EPA

43
Q

Laws are also called______

A

Statues

44
Q

Which organisms are pus forming bacteria that grow in clusters like bunches of grapes?

A

Staphylococci

45
Q

Short rod shaped bacteria are called

A

Bacilli

46
Q

The type of bacteria that rarely shows any active motility is known as ______

A

Cocci

47
Q

A sign of a bacterial infection is the presence of ______

A

Pus

48
Q

A disease that is transmitted from one person to another is called ______

A

Communicable

49
Q

Human immunodeficiency virus causes ______

A

AIDS

50
Q

Poisonous substances produced by some microorganisms are called ___\\

A

Toxins