Test 2 Flashcards
1
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The degree at which a subsection of hair is held from the head when cutting is called:
A
elevation
2
Q
When pressing short, fine hair, you should
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use extra care at the hairline
3
Q
When the bristles of a square paddle brush encounter too much resistance, they:
A
collapse
4
Q
A _____ is a wig constructed with an elasticized, mesh-fiber base to which the hair is attached.
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cap wig
5
Q
Which type of lines make a hairstyle appear longer and narrower?
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vertical
6
Q
Asian hair is usually:
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straight and available in lengths of 12 to 28 inches
7
Q
Where is the occipital bone located?
A
base of the skull
8
Q
Bonded wefts of hair are removed by:
A
dissolving the bond with oil
9
Q
In facial treatments, the process of infusing water-soluble products into the skin with electric current is called:
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iontophoresis
10
Q
Which method is recommended for drying a wig after cleaning?
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drying rack
11
Q
Separate networks of curly, textured hair that have been intertwined and meshed together are called:
A
dreadlocks
12
Q
A _____ is a conditioner with an acidic pH that conditions hair and restores the natural pH prior to shampooing.
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normalizing lotion
13
Q
What is the main active ingredient in true acid and acid-balanced waving lotions
A
GMTG
14
Q
Which facial type is wide at temples and narrow at the middle third of the face?
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square
15
Q
Which of the following is NOT a semi-permanent way to attach a toupee?
A
clips
16
Q
A _____ is a physical combination of matter in any proportions.
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physical mixture
17
Q
If you use free-form cutting, you should always:
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work toward the weight
18
Q
Salt bonds are broken by:
A
changes in pH
19
Q
In designing a style for a diamond facial type, the objective is to:
A
reduce the width across the cheekbone line
20
Q
You should NOT shampoo a client’s hair if which of the following is present?
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scalp abrasions
21
Q
A water-in-oil emulsion:
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has water droplets emulsified in oil
22
Q
How often should you sharpen your shears?
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only when needed
23
Q
You should use _____ water to rinse the shampoo out of clients’ hair.
A
warm
24
Q
Volume or _____ is the mass or general outline of a hairstyle.
A
form
25
When using the scissor-over-comb method, you generally:
start at the hairline
26
A C-shape curl is formed by how many turns of hair around the roller?
one
27
Characteristics of matter that do not involve chemically changing a substance are called _____ properties.
physical
28
Which type of lines are frequently used when texturizing a haircut, along with hair color placement and color blending?
transitional
29
Mixing equal parts of a secondary color and its neighboring primary color results in a:
tertiary color
30
A _____ is a board of upright nails through which extensions are blended, combed, and detangled.
hackle
31
Chemical texture procedures involve changing the structure of the hair:
both physically and chemically
32
The rapid oxidation of a substance, accompanied by the production of heat and light, is called:
combustion
33
The number of individual hair strands on 1 square inch of scalp is called:
hair density
34
Two or more immiscible substances combine with a special binding ingredient to create a(n):
emulsion
35
The hydrophilic end of a surfactant molecule is considered the:
water-attracting head
36
Compared to pin curls, rollers:
give a stronger set
37
All the electrical appliances you use should be __ certified.
UL
38
A(n) _____ is a small wig used to cover the top and crown of the head.
toupee
39
There are _____ naturally occurring elements.
98
40
The correct temperature used for a thermal iron is primarily determined by the:
texture of the hair
41
Which type of comb should you use for separating wet, curly hair?
double-toothed comb
42
What determines the size and number of subsections needed to complete a cut?
density of the hair
43
During a haircut, when the hair is elevated below 90 degrees, you:
build weight
44
It is recommended that you apply base cream when using:
both base relaxers and no-base relaxers
45
In the principles of hair design, the comparative relationship of one thing to another is called
proportion
46
A(n) _____ is a chemical combination of two or more atoms in definite (fixed) proportions.
molecule
47
A chemical combination of two or more atoms of different elements in definite proportions is a(n):
compound
48
A reducing agent is a substance that adds _____ to a chemical compound or subtracts oxygen from the compound.
hydrogen
49
When formulating a haircolor, you should always ask all of the following questions EXCEPT:
Which method of bleaching should be used?
50
A coil is NOT:
determined by the diameter of the hair
51
With exposure to light, a human hair wig will:
experience color fading
52
When performing a shampoo, the most important rule regarding posture is to always:
keep your shoulders back
53
Capless wigs:
allow the scalp to breathe
54
Pin curls sliced from a shaping without lifting the hair are referred to as:
carved curls
55
The overlapping layers or scales of natural bristle brushes are used to:
clean and add luster to the hair
56
The technique of backbrushing is also called:
ruffing
57
How many haircolor options should you recommend during the haircolor consultation?
at least two
58
Shears with a(n) _____ grip move the thumb forward, so it is resting below the ring and middle fingers.
offset
59
The mixing bowl selected for the brush-and-bowl color application method must be:
nonmetallic
60
In hair design, _____ is a regular pulsation or a recurrent pattern of movement.
rhythm
61
Which primary color, when added to other colors, will make the color appear lighter and brighter?
yellow
62
Clients who have their hair colored usually visit the salon every:
3 to 12 weeks
63
Which type of hair requires a highly alkaline chemical solution?
coarse, resistant hair
64
Electricity is the movement of _____ from one atom to another along a conductor.
electrons
65
In determining a facial shape, the face is divided into how many zones?
three
66
Infrared lamps are NOT used:
to produce alkaline reactions
67
A(n) _____ is a substance that dissolves another substance to form a solution.
solvent
68
The first step in performing a haircolor service is to identify the:
natural level
69
When cutting the bangs or fringe:
you should allow for the natural lift of the hair
70
True acid waves have a pH between:
4.5 and 7.0
71
What is the first step of the post-service procedure?
Determine whether the client is satisfied.
72
Which type of wave is activated by an outside heat source, such as a conventional hood-type hair dryer?
endothermic
73
Which statement about surfactant molecules is correct?
The head is hydrophilic and the tail is lipophilic.
74
Ointments, pastes, and pomades are:
semisolid mixtures
75
A _____ is used to equalize hair porosity
filler
76
Which type of lines are used to emphasize or minimize facial features?
diagonal
77
A(n) _____ is a section of hair molded in a circular movement in preparation for the formation of curls.
shaping
78
A(n) _____ is a thin, continuous mark used as a guide in haircutting.
line
79
The process of removing excess bulk without shortening the length is known as:
texturizing
80
The process of temporarily straightening extremely curly hair using a heated iron or comb is called:
hair pressing
81
Hydroxide relaxers remove one atom of sulfur from a disulfide bond, converting it into a _____ bond.
lanthionine
82
What measures the concentration and strength of hydrogen peroxide?
volume
83
Which technique is best to use when you need to maintain control of a subsection while cutting a vertical or diagonal cutting line?
cutting palm-to-palm
84
Cold wave is another term for a(n) _____ wave.
alkaline
85
A _____ conditioner is a deep, penetrating conditioner that restores protein and moisture.
treatment
86
A _____ is obtained by mixing equal parts of two primary colors.
secondary
87
What is the primary benefit of ammonia-free waves?
They do not have a strong odor.
88
Pure water has a pH of:
7
89
Which type of thermal curls are placed very high on their base to provide maximum lift?
volume-base curls
90
A pin curl should always begin at the _____ of a shaping.
open end
91
Ultraviolet (UV) rays applied to the skin during a treatment prompt the skin to produce:
vitamin D
92
A(n) _____ is a long strip of human or artificial hair woven by hand or machine onto a thread.
weft
93
Which method of highlighting involves taking a narrow 1/8-inch section of hair by making a straight part at the scalp, positioning the hair over the foil, and applying lightener or color?
slicing
94
Hydrogen bonds can be broken by:
water or heat
95
Base placement is determined by the:
angle at which the hair is wrapped
96
Developers have a pH between:
2.5 and 4.5
97
Which type of parting is used to direct hair across the top of the head and helps develop height on top to make thin hair appear fuller?
side
98
What holds all the elements of a design together?
harmony
99
What are the two broad classifications of braiding styles?
visible and invisible
100
Pure or fundamental colors that cannot be created by combining colors are called _____ colors
primary
101
Which hair type generally hugs the head shape due to the lack of body or volume?
fine, straight hair
102
Demipermanent haircolor is:
mixed with a low-volume developer
103
Which type of UV light is most associated with sunburns?
UVB
104
The sulfites used as low-pH hair relaxers are compatible with:
thio relaxers
105
The _____ is the outermost layer of the hair.
cuticle
106
Which of the following, also called a base, is a compound that reacts with acids to form salts?
alkali
107
When making the rolling movement with a thermal iron, you should use your:
fingers
108
Which of the following is a more aggressive version of point cutting that creates a chunkier effect?
notching
109
Which type of perm should you recommend if the client has very damaged hair?
true acid wave
110
To use a linking method of hair extension attachment, natural hair should be at least how long?
5 inches
111
To prevent discoloration or breakage when pressing gray hair, you should use:
moderate heat and light pressure
112
Only products that contain _____ can have a pH.
water
113
The most common natural color level of commercially available human hair is 1, or:
black
114
Hair texture does NOT refer to:
density of the hair
115
A(n) _____ is a chemical compound that disperses, dissolves, and decolorizes the natural hair pigment.
lightener
116
The _____ system is used by colorists to determine the lightness or darkness of a hair color.
level
117
The predominant tone of a color is referred to as the _____ color.
base
118
What is the first step of the pre-service procedure?
Put on a fresh pair of gloves.
119
Which styling product is a whipped product that resembles shaving foam and builds moderate body and volume?
mousse
120
Each day, you should ensure that the disinfection container is filled with clean disinfectant solution at least _____ minutes before your first service.
20
121
When using a flat iron, you should use lower settings for _____ hair.
fine
122
Cascade, or stand-up, pin curls are used to create _____ in the hair design.
height
123
A _____ shampoo is designed to make hair appear smooth and shiny and to improve its manageability.
conditioning
124
When performing a chemical hair relaxing service, it is appropriate to:
conduct periodic strand tests during the service
125
Guanidine hydroxide relaxers are advertised and sold as _____ relaxers.
no-lye
126
A substance's state of matter depends on its:
temperature
127
The first function of thio neutralization is the
deactivation of any remaining waving lotion
128
The basic permanent wrap is also known as a:
straight set wrap
129
Which of the following is a technique used to keep curly hair smooth and straight while retaining a beautiful shape?
hair wrapping
130
What is the darkest haircolor level?
1
131
The second ingredient most shampoos have in common is the primary surfactant or:
base detergent
132
When blue and violet are combined, they create:
blue-violet
133
The base direction can be
horizontal, vertical, or diagonal
134
Which type of electrotherapy involves a thermal current with a high rate of oscillation or vibration, and is commonly used for scalp and facial treatments?
Tesla high-frequency current
135
A _____ is a haircolor service that adds shine and color to the hair
haircolor glaze
136
Which of the following is NOT one of the seven basic facial shapes?
inverted diamond
137
When creating hair designs, you should NOT
confine yourself to your comfort zone
138
A _____ is a half-round, rubber-based brush used for smoothing and untangling all hair types.
classic styling brush
139
The third prong found on the plugs of some appliances is called the:
grounding pin
140
A _____ is a head-shaped form used for fitting, styling, or coloring a wig.
block
141
Which term refers to the negative or positive pole of an electric current?
polarity
142
Which types of haircolor are non-oxidative?
semipermanent and temporary
143
Which type of styling product creates the strongest control for slicked or molded styles?
gel
144
Finger waving is the process of shaping and directing the hair into a(n) _____ pattern.
S
145
In an oxidation-reduction reaction:
oxidation and reduction occur simultaneously
146
A properly processed permanent wave should break and rebuild approximately _____ percent of the hair's disulfide bonds.
50
147
A _____ brush has a large, flat base and staggered pin patterns to help keep the hair from snagging.
paddle
148
When working with a client who has large hips or broad shoulders, you should create a style with:
greater volume
149
When the silicone polymers and formalin in keratin-based straightening treatments are heated to high temperatures, they release:
formaldehyde gas
150
Horizontal lines are used to:
create width
151
What should you recommend for a male client who has a wide face and full cheeks?
a fairly close-trimmed beard and mustache
152
Which color should you use to balance violet tones?
yellow
153
Blowdrying textured hair:
loosens and elongates the wave pattern
154
If you are refreshing a client's faded color, you should mix a demipermanent haircolor in the same tonal family as the haircolor formula and allow it to process for up to _____ minutes
10
155
A substance that does not easily transmit electricity is called a(n)
insulator
156
A(n) _____ is an alkaline substance used to neutralize acids or raise the pH of hair products.
alkanolamine
157
Which process infuses an alkaline product into the tissues from the negative pole toward the positive pole?
anaphoresis
158
Variations in hair texture are determined by feel and _____ of the hair.
diameter
159
Rubbing alcohol and hair spray are examples of:
volatile alcohols
160
If you are buying cast shears, you should not pay more than:
$200
