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State Board - Mock Exam - Module E-O Flashcards

1
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The surface of healthy skin is slightly:

a. yellow
b. alkaline
c. rough
d. acidic

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d. acidic

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Makeup brushes can be cleaned with a brush solvent or:

a. disinfectant
b. sulfur shampoo
c. dry shampoo
d. gentle shampoo

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d. gentle shampoo

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The hair shaft that emerges from the scalp is a nonliving fiber composed of:

a. keratinized acids
b. hydrogen bonds
c. melanin protein
d. keratinized protein

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d. keratinized protein

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A stable physical mixture of two or more substances is a(n):

a. solvent
b. solute
c. solution
d. emulsion

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c. solution

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5
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Eye pencils and sharpeners should be cleaned:

a. after several uses
b. when dull
c. before each use
d. when needed

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c. before each use

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Lighter highlights may be used at the temples to create the illusion of:

a. height
b. division
c. width
d. space

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c. width

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Which of the following is NOT an intrinsic skin aging factor?

a. gravity
b. genetic aging
c. facial expressions
d. sun exposure

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d. sun exposure

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The most critical part of a color service is the:

a. haircolor consultation
b. client draping
c. color removal
d. shampoo

A

a. haircolor consultation

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A stylist should recommend a hair or scalp treatment only after having performed a(n):

a. shampoo procedure
b. hair and scalp examination
c. conditioning treatment

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b. hair and scalp examination

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When using the slicing technique to remove bulk, the shears should never be completely:

a. positioned
b. palmed
c. closed
d. elevated

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c. closed

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To provide a buffer for the skin when using a brushing machine, apply a thick layer of cleaner or:

a. paraffin
b. moisturizer
c. astringent
d. gauze

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b. moisturizer

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Traditionally UV gels relied on urethane acrylate; newer gel systems use:

a. urethane resins
b. wrap resins
c. urethane methacrylates
d. acrylate wraps

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c. urethane methacrylates

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13
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Ridges running vertically down the natural nail plate are caused by:

a. overgrowth and polish
b. medication and cold
c. uneven growth and age
d. bitten nails

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c. uneven growth and age

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A contagious skin disease that is caused by the itch mite is:

a. scabies
b. head lice
c. pediculosis
d. barber’s itch

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a. scabies

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Good quality pressing combs are constructed of either:

a. brass or iron
b. brass or porcelain
c. stainless steel or brass
d. stainless steel of tin

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c. stainless steel or brass

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A combination of a thio relaxer and a thio permanent wrapped on large rods is a:

a. permanent wave
b. soft curl permanent
c. full curl permanent
d. relaxer retouch

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b. soft curl permanent

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Continued pressure on any part of the skin causes it to thicken and develop into a(n):

a. lesion
b. appendage
c. c. scar
d. callus

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d. callus

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To avoid accidental eye exposure when pouring callus softeners, the nail professional should wear:

a. clean uniforms
b. disposable gloves
c. sunglasses
d. safety glasses

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d. safety glasses

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Which type of texture shears adds increased blending?

a. chunking
b. thinning
c. texturizing
d. blending

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c. texturizing

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20
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Tones can be described as cool warm or:

a. neutral
b. level
c. light
d. dark

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a. neutral

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The work integument means:

a. skin
b. hormone
c. natural covering
d. gland

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c. natural covering

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A curved part part is used for a high forehead or:

a. round face
b. long face
c. square face
d. receding hairline

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d. receding hairline

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The amount of movement in the hair strand is referred to as the:

a. wave pattern
b. texture
c. thickness
d. density

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a. wave pattern

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Overlapping hair color on previously tinted hair can cause breakage and create a visible line of:

a. application
b. demarcation
c. alteration
d. solution

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b. demarcation

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The type of bacteria that rarely shows any active motility is:

a. cocci
b. pathogenic
c. spirilla
d. flagellum

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a. cocci

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The main ingredient of most shampoos is:

a. detergent
b. botanicals
c. surfactants
d. water

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d. water

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27
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A cream type enzyme applied to the face and rolled off the skin is a:

a. gommage
b. scrub
c. toner
d. microform

A

a. gommage

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The second ingredient that most shampoos have in common is the base detergent or:

a. botanical ingredients
b. biotin compounds
c. foam enhancers
d. primary surfactant

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d. primary surfactant

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29
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Two conditioning agents that restore moisture and elasticity to the hair shaft are:

a. protein and oils
b. melanin and biotin
c. protein and biotin
d. collagen and niacin

A

c. protein and biotin

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30
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As monomer liquid absorbs polymer powder, the chemical interaction produces a small:

a. bead of product
b. dry catalyst
c. synthetic product
d. positive reaction

A

a. bead of product

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When hand washing, it is important to rub hands together for a minimum of how long?

a. 20 seconds
b. 30 seconds
c. 1 minute
d. 2 minutes

A

a. 20 seconds

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32
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Masks are designed to prevent inhalation of excessive dust, but they offer no protection from:

a. vapors
b. filings
c. reactions
d. synthetics

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a. vapors

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The main arteries that supply blood to the head, neck and face are the:

a. common carotid arteries
b. common aorta arteries
c. internal jugular
d. serratus anterior arteries

A

a. common carotid arteries

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34
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Inflammation of the nail matrix followed by shedding of the natural mail plate is:

a. onychia
b. onyx
c. fungi
d. flagella

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a. onychia

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The top of the papillary layer where it joins the epidermis is the:

a. dermis corpusles
b. epidermal-dermal junction
c. epidermal-dermal connection
d. epidermis junction

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b. epidermal-dermal junction

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A skin disorder characterized by chronic inflammation of the sebaceous glands caused from retained secretions is:

a. wheal
b. excoriation
c. acne
d. conjunctivitis

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c. acne

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37
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The natural nail is part of what system?

a. muscular
b. integumentary
c. skeletal
d. protective

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b. integumentary

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38
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Narrow rows of visible braids that lie close to the scalp are:

a. invisible
b. cornrows
c. box
d. . fishtail

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b. cornrows

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39
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A severe type of dandruff characterized by an accumulation of greasy or waxy scalp scales mixed with sebum is:

a. pityriasis capitis
b. tinea favosa
c. pityriasis papules
d. pityriasis steatoides

A

d. pityriasis steatoides

40
Q

A light, continuous, stroking movement applied with the fingers or palms is:

a. fulling
b. petrissage
c. kneading
d. effleurage

A

d. effleurage

41
Q

If you draw blood during a manicure, the implement should be:

a. rinsed with water
b. cleaned with alcohol
c. cleaned and disinfected
d. bagged and discarded

A

c. cleaned and disinfected

42
Q

The uppermost and largest bone of the arm, extending from the elbow to the shoulder is the:

a. hyoid
b. humerous
c. ulna
d. carpus

A

b. humerous

43
Q

Which type of shampoo should be used when a buildup is evident, after swimming, and prior to all chemical services?

a. conditioning shampoo
b. balancing shampoo
c. medicated shampoo
d. clarifying shampoo

A

d. clarifying shampoo

44
Q

Wax that may cause an allergic reaction and should be patch tested is:

a. resin wax
b. beeswax
c. aloe wax
d. cold wax

A

b. beeswax

45
Q

A reaction due to extreme sensitivity to certain foods, chemicals or other normally harmless substances is a(n):

a. allergy
b. infection
c. disease
d. parasite

A

a. allergy

46
Q

When tweezing, the skin should be held taut and hair pulled using a quick motion:

a. in an up-and-down direction
b. in a sideways direction
c. in the direction of hair growth
d. against the direction of hair growth

A

c. in the direction of hair growth

47
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Polish applied to prevent chipping and give the nails a glossy, finished appearance is a:

a. base coat
b. top coat
c. conditioning coat
d. nail hardner

A

b. top coat

48
Q

Minor damage to the matrix that produces a whitish discoloration or white spots on the nails is:

a. leukonychia
b. melanonychia
c. a hangnail
d. nail fungus

A

a. leukonychia

49
Q

Spray on activator is used on No Light Gels to:

a. repair patches
b. soften resin
c. harden adhesive
d. remove gel

A

c. harden adhesive

50
Q

Ridge curls are pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a:

a. space
b. ribbon
c. wave
d. curl

A

c. wave

51
Q

Total immersion of implements during disinfection is a requirement of the:

a. PPA
b. EPA
c. FDA
d. OSHA

A

b. EPA

52
Q

When manipulating the scalp during a shampoo begin at the front hairline and work in a(n):

a. side-to-side movement
b. up-and-down movement
c. back-and-forth movement
d. zigzag movement

A

c. back-and-forth movement

53
Q

Chemical products that destroy all bacteria, fungi and viruses (but not spores) on surfaces are:

a. antiseptics
b. disinfectants
c. sterilizers
d. sanitizers

A

b. disinfectants

54
Q

A stimulating form of massage that consists of short, quick tapping, slapping and hacking movements is:

a. kneading
b. pretrissage
c. friction
d. tapotement

A

d. tapotement

55
Q

The water purification process used in the manufacture of cosmetics where water is heated to a vapor then collected as a liquid is:

a. sedimentation
b. distillation
c. evaporation
d. filtration

A

b. distillation

56
Q

A curved part is used for a high forehead or:

a. round face
b. long face
c. square face
d. receding hairline

A

d. receding hairline

57
Q

Any color that is significantly deeper or darker than the client’s skin tone is considered a:

a. contour color
b. highlight color
c. base color
d. complementary color

A

a. contour color

58
Q

Polymer powder is made using a special chemical reaction called:

a. polymorphic
b. screening
c. polymerization
d. adhesion

A

c. polymerization

59
Q

No matter how light or dark the skin is, is a neutral skin tone contains equal elements of:

a. dark and light
b. warm and cool
c. hot and cool
d. cool and dry

A

b. warm and cool

60
Q

The technique is used to check a haircut for precision of line an shape is:

a. stationary checking
b. origination lines
c. over direction
d. cross-checking

A

d. cross-checking

61
Q

The most visible and functional part of the nail unit is the:

a. nail bed
b. nail plate
c. nail grooves
d. nail mantle

A

b. nail plate

62
Q

To avoid the transfer of foundation onto a client’s clothing, set the foundation using:

a. translucent powder
b. blush powder
c. foundation creams
d. light shades

A

a. translucent powder

63
Q

Small pieces of fabric used to strengthen a weak point in the nail or repair a crack are:

a. wrap removals
b. wrap patches
c. stress strips
d. nail enhancements

A

c. stress strips

64
Q

A section of hair that determines the length the hair will be cut is the:

a. guideline
b. reference
c. apex
d. weight

A

a. guideline

65
Q

Wax applied to an area should be removed using:

a. fingers
b. paper strips
c. fabric strips
d. wooden applicators

A

c. fabric strips

66
Q

The hue or balance of color seen in the hair is referred to as:

a. scale
b. depth
c. value
d. tone

A

d. tone

67
Q

The tiny, involuntary muscle fiber in the skin inserted in the base of the hair follicle is the:

a. inner follicle
b. angled bulb
c. arrector pili
d. dermal papilla

A

c. arrector pili

68
Q

Electronic facial treatments are commonly referred to as:

a. electrotherapy
b. electronics
c. receptacles
d. electromagnetics

A

a. electrotherapy

69
Q

The type of current that should not be used on clients who are pregnant, have high blood pressure or have a pacemaker is:

a. white light
b. Tesla high-frequency
c. alternating current
d. battery current

A

b. Tesla high-frequency

70
Q

The facial shape that is usually broader in proportion to its length is the:

a. diamond shape
b. square shape
c. round face
d. oblong face

A

c. round face

71
Q

Eyelash hairs on a strip that are applied using an adhesive are:

a. individual lashes
b. sparse lashes
c. eye tabs
d. band lashes

A

d. band lashes

72
Q

Haircuts that generally have less weight than graduated haircuts are:

a. one-length cuts
b. blunt cuts
c. layered cuts
d. tension cuts

A

c. layered cuts

73
Q

The method of locking where the portions of hair are placed between the palms of both hands and rolled in a clockwise or counterclockwise directions is:

a. comb method
b. prelock
c. palm roll
d. intertwine

A

c. palm roll

74
Q

Substances used to neutralize acids or raise the pH of many hair products are:

a. volatile alcohols
b. alkanolamines
c. carbons
d. resolute

A

b. alkanolamines

75
Q

The two methods of wrapping the hair around a perm rod are:

a. flat and spiral
b. croquignole and even
c. spiral and perpendicular
d. croquignole and spiral

A

d. croquignole and spiral

76
Q

The angle at which the fingers are held when cutting is referred to as the:

a. parting line
b. degree line
c. cutting line
d. finger line

A

c. cutting line

77
Q

Two rows of ridge curls on the side of a head are called:

a. dual waves
b. carved curls
c. sculptured curls
d. skip waves

A

d. skip waves

78
Q

Which type of nail polish remover is recommended when removing nail polish from nail enhancements such as wraps?

a. acetone
b. non-acetone
c. both acetone and non-acetone
d. neither acetone or non-acetone

A

b. non-acetone

79
Q

The hand position that is used most often when cutting uniform or increasing layers is:

a. palm-to-palm
b. undercutting
c. over fingers
d. under fingers

A

d. under fingers

80
Q

The movement or amount of mobility of a curl is determined by the:

a. base
b. circle
c. stem
d. size

A

c. stem

81
Q

In the early stages, a typical bacterial infection on the nail plate can be identified as a:

a. yellow-green spot
b. blue spot
c. brown-black spot
d. white-yellow spot

A

a. yellow-green spot

82
Q

Two bones that form the sides of the head in the ear region are the:

a. temporal bones
b. parietal bones
c. frontal bones
d. occipital bones

A

a. temporal bones

83
Q

Ridge curls are pin curls placed immediately behind or below a ridge to form a:

a. space
b. ribbon
c. wave
d. curl

A

c. wave

84
Q

Human or artificial hair that is woven into long strips is called:

a. fallen
b. turned
c. wefts
d. toupees

A

c. wefts

85
Q

The inner and larger bone of the forearm, attached at the wrist and located on the side of the little finger is the:

a. humerous
b. carpus
c. ulna
d. radius

A

c. ulna

86
Q

The technical term tat refers to the overgrowth of hair on the body is:

a. hypothermia
b. depilatory
c. hypertrichosis
d. epilation

A

c. hypertrichosis

87
Q

All of the following are examples of primary lesions EXCEPT:

a. bulla
b. cyst
c. keloid
d. nodule

A

c. keloid

88
Q

Dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while it is healing comprise a:

a. crust
b. macule
c. tubercle
d. vesicle

A

a. crust

89
Q

In the restructuring process, coarse, resistant hair with a strong compact cuticle requires a chemical solution that is:

a. slightly alkaline
b. mildly acidic
c. strongly acidic
d. highly alkaline

A

d. highly alkaline

90
Q

The most common reducing agents used are:

a. ammonia water
b. hydrogen peroxide
c. thioglycolic acids
d. hydrogen acids

A

c. thioglycolic acids

91
Q

Achieving balance within a design can be accomplished by understanding the head shape and:

a. head points
b. reference points
c. four corners
d. technique points

A

b. reference points

92
Q

The coloring technique that involves coloring some strands of hair lighter than the natural color is:

a. activating
b. toning
c. lowlighting
d. highlighting

A

d. highlighting

93
Q

The nape area is defined as the area at the back part of the neck and consists of the hair below the:

a. neckline
b. front
c. temporal bone
d. occipital bone

A

d. occipital bone

94
Q

Shallow depressions that serve as contact points for nail tips and the natural nail are called:

a. wells
b. connections
c. adhesions
d. sidewalls

A

a. wells

95
Q

A thick scar resulting from excessive growth of fibrous tissue is known as a:

a. stain
b. cyst
c. keloid
d. bulla

A

c. keloid

96
Q

Benefits of paraffin bath include all of the following EXCEPT:

a. stimulation of circulation
b. reduction of inflammation
c. deep penetration of lotions
d. reduction of heat sensitivity

A

d. reduction of heat sensitivity

97
Q

The type of line used to make a hairstyle appear longer and narrower is a(n):

a. open line
b. vertical line
c. contrasting line
d. curved line

A

b. vertical line

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