State Board Exam (practice test)

Which abrasive file would you use to shape a weak natural nail?

240 grit

Which hydrogen peroxide developer is used with most high lift colors

40 v

When performing a basic perm wrap, the hair should be divided into how many panels?

9

Which of the following is determined by a patch test?

Allergic reactions

Which of the following is a device that uses the steam to sterilize equipment and deactivate bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores?

Autoclave

Which of the following is a sterilizer approved for salon use?

Autoclave

Which of the following is the NEXT step that occurs after the scalp has been thoroughly shampooed?

Condition hair

When using a chemical relaxer, it changes the shape of the hair by breaking down which of the following?

Disulfide bonds

Which is the BEST thing to do FIRST in the event of a minor burn?

Immerse in cold water

What is the most common viral infection seen in salons and resembles small black dots, usually in clustered groups?

Plantar warts

Which is the FIRST step in disinfecting implements?

Scrub with soap and water

Which of the following is the most effective method of creating a natural looking wig?

Taper - ends

Which condition could be determined during a scalp evaluation on a client who has brittle hair and red papules, or spots at the opening of the hair follicles?

Tinea Capitis

Which company certifies the safety of pedicure chairs and hair dryers?

Underwriters Laboratories

Which is the proper way to wash hands?

Wet, lather, scrub, rinse, dry

All of the following are classified as equipment used in nail services EXCEPT

abrasive board

How often should capes and linens be laundered?

after each use

All of the following are examples of antimicrobial pesticides EXCEPT

algaecide

In a relaxer, which of the following active ingredients has a 9.6-10.0 pH?

ammonium thioglycolate

Which is the meaning of a line of demarcation in applying makeup

an obvious line when foundation starts and stops

All of the following items should be recorded on a client consultation card EXCEPT

appointment times

Which of the following is the term for an oily cream used to protect the skin and scalp during hair relaxing?

base cream

All of the following are characteristics of temporary hair color EXCEPT

chemical change to hair shaft

Which type of shampoo contains an active agent that binds to metals and removes them from the hair?

clarifying shampoo

Which of the following is the decontamination method 2 for blood or other infectious materials or items?

cleaning then sterilizing

Which of the following proportions do you consider before designing a hair style?

clients body shape and size

Which of the following hair textures has the largest diameter?

coarse

When anaylizing the hair before a chemical relaxer, it is necessary to evaluate the hair for all of the following EXCEPT

color

Which of the following conditioners should NOT be used on braids?

creamy

which of the following is the term for a permanent wrap when it is wrapped from the ends to the scalp in overlapping layers

croquignole perm wrap

Which of the following should ALWAYS be done during a proper cross checking?

cross check opposite of cut partings

Which of the following skin conditions is described as dead cells that form over a wound or blemish while healing?

crust

which of the following types of hair removal uses a caustic alkali prepartion?

depilatories

All of the following are steps in decontaminating workstations when there is an exposure incident EXCEPT

discard all disposable contaminated material in the nearest trash can

All of the following can be done to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens EXCEPT

disposing into the trash

All of the following are color units of measurements EXCEPT

dominant

Which of the following is the FIRST step in properly cleaning a footbath

drain the water from the footbath and remove any visible debris

Which type of scalp treatment should be used if there's a deficiency of natural oils on the scalp and hair?

dry hair and scalp treatment

Which of the following massage movements should EVERY massage begin and end with?

effleurage

all of the following are permnant hair removal methods EXCEPT

epilators

Which of the following is the BEST way to remove traditional UV gel nails?

file them off

Which of the following should be used when massaging the client's scalp during a scalp massage?

fingertips

Which of the following is a characteristic of a wax burn with some redness and irritation, but no blisters?

first degree burn

which is the appropriate treatment for eye irritation?

flush eye with plenty of clean water

All of the following are examples of an add on service to a basic pedicure EXCEPT

foot soak

Which is the general outline of a hairstyle?

form

Which of the following machines have two positive electrodes called an anode?

galvanic

All of the following are utilized to evaluate your client's needs and desired results EXCEPT

giving your preference as a stylist

Which of the following is the main ingredient in true acid and acid balanced waving lotions?

glyceryl monothioglycolate

Which of the following causes a grayish build up on the hair?

gradual color

All of the following have insufficient structure to color EXCEPt

green cast

Which of the following is a hair stream growth pattern?

hair flowing in the same direction

All of the following are determined by a strand test in a color service EXCEPT

how much color to use for service

All of the following need to be considered during client consultation EXCEPT

income

Which is considered a galvanic treatment using a very low level of electrical current?

is best known for helping skin tone producing a lifting effect for aging

All of the following are TRUE of the telogen phase of hair growth EXCEPT

it signals the end of the anagen phase

Which Precaution should be taken to prevent injuries to the wrist?

keep straight

Which of the following important rules regarding posture help reduce strain on backs?

keeping shoulders back while shampooing

All of the following purposes of having an MSDS available apply EXCEPT

knowing what supplies are in stock

All of the following are types of potentially harmful organisms which may cause infectious disease EXCEPT

lactobacillus

Which of the following is used to make artificial eyelashes adhere, or stick to the natural lash line?

lash adhesive

Which of the following hair conditions resists color?

low porosity

All of the following can be a side effect of crash dieting and anorexia EXCEPT

lucent hair

which of the following supplies are necessary in a wrap maintenance procedure?

non acetone remover

Which haircut technique involves the tips of scissors being pointed toward the hair ends rather than into them

notching

Which of the following would under lightened hair leave behind?

orange tint

All of the following are examples of single use materials used in nail services EXCEPT

paraffin mitts

Which of the following can be done to speed up the removal of arcylic enhancements?

place acetone bowl inside bowl of hot water

All of the following require the use of gloves EXCEPT

plain manicure

When preparing for a virgin relaxer application, which of the following would be done FIRST?

preforming test for elasticity and porosity

FIllers are used for all of the following EXCEPT

producing gray coverage

Which of the following skin conditions is folliculitis an example of?

pustule

Which of the following should be completed before every waxing service to ensure that the client has a thorough understanding of the procedure?

release form

All of the following pertain to soft wax method EXCEPT

removed in same direction of hair growth

All of the following are information contained on a material safety data sheet EXCEPT

retail products

ALl of the following techniques can be performed with bleach EXCEPT

reverse technique

All of the following are parts of a pin curl EXCEPT

ridge

What is used to secure ends of a rope braid

rubber band

Goggles should be worn during all of the following EXCEPT

sanitizing hands

All of the following are tips for the flipper over comb technique EXCEPT

stand above the working area

Which is the highest level of decontamination used for implements in salons?

sterilization

Which of the following should you offer to a client, for draping, when waxing underarms

terry wrap

Which of the following determines the temperature setting of the iron?

texture

When using relaxers incorrectly, which of the following could happen?

the hair melts

In wig styling all of the following must appear convincing EXCEPT

the texture

Which is the result of applying a nail tip that is narrower than the nail plate?

the tip will crack or split

Why do turberculocidal disinfectants require special handling?

they require a special method of disposal

Which of the following density and texture combinations would create the MOST volume in a hair style

thick-coarse hair

Which of the following is MOST recommended for use by a new cutter to remove excess bulk?

thinning shears

For which purpose would the use of hospital grade disinfectants be appropriate?

to clean blood and bodily fluids off surfaces

The cosmetic products in the salon are of concern to the FDA EXCEPT

to legally require companies to share information on their products

Which of the following describes the path of an alternating electrical current in devices such as hair dryers and curling irons?

travels in two directions

chemical safety includes all of the following EXCEPT

use of products in unlabeled containers

All of the following are addressed by OSHA's standards for products EXCEPT

using

which disinfectant is appropriate for stopping the take over of the host cell's reproductive function?

virucidal

Which of the following is the BEST way to avoid accidental exposure to bodily fluids and bloodborne pathogens on the skin?

wearing gloves

Which of the following is a natural hairstyling technique for the braiding of extensions

weaving

Whicih of the following is considered a variation of friction and is used mainly to massage the arms and legs?

wringing

Which of the following is the elevation for a blunt cut?

zero degree