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The outside of what type of blade edge has a clamshell or half-moon shape?   Convex  
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Haircutting capes are made of __________.   nylon  
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It is important to wear __________ and gloves while disinfecting nonelectrical tools.   safety glasses  
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During the late 1800s, employer organizations of barbers were known as ____________ barber groups.   master  
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Curly hair tends to graduate naturally due to the ________ and curl pattern.   elasticity  
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Which of the following is a supporting document to a business plan?   Owner's resume  
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As a general rule, clipper cutting is followed up with _________work to fine-tune the haircut.   shear-and-comb  
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Hair that has been root-turned minimizes __________.   tangling  
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Traditional __________ colors usually last from six to eight shampoos.   semipermanent  
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Which of the following is a disadvantage associated with a human hair solution?   It reacts to climate changes.  
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To open the razor, grasp the ________ of the blade between the thumb and index finger.   back  
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As the most learned and educated people of the Middle Ages, ___________ become the physicians of the period.   monks and priests  
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What is the average time that a potential employer will spend scanning your resume?   20 seconds.  
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Cleansing lotions are ____________.   water-based emulsions  
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________is the process used to comb through the hair strands to separate them.   Hackling  
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Warped or loose handles may cause the blade to ___________ when closing the razor.   pass through to the fingers  
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Which of the following produces the least amount of tapering to the hair ends?   Terminal blending  
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__________ should not be used to disinfect or sterilize implements.   Baby sterilizers  
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Smaller blocks (subsections) and larger rods may be required for what type of hair?   Thick density.  
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How many degrees relative to the skin surface should you angle the razor?   30 degrees.  
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What body system provides a suitable fluid environment for the cells?   Lymphatic/immune  
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Which is a characteristic of semipermanent tints?   They do not require the use of hydrogen peroxide.  
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Shampoos have a pH range of __________.   4.5 to 7.5  
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The shaving movement for a left-handed barber _______ is reverse freehand and up.   beneath the lower lip  
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Temporary color rinses can be used to_____________.   neutralize yellow tones in white or gray hair  
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What wrapping pattern is one of the best to use for men's styles?   Curvature perm wrap.  
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What helps to create strong, consistent foundations in hair-cutting?   Angles  
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As a barber, an appliance you will use is a ______.   blow dryer  
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You should use the thumb and_________ finger as the primary digits for stretching the skin.   second  
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The _________ wrap is used with alkaline (cold) waves to make it easier to wrap resistant, straight hair types.   lotion  
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What type of stroke should you use to shave the nape area?   Freehand  
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Which of the following is a switch that automatically interrupts or shuts off an electric circuit at the first indication of an overload?   Circuit breaker  
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The primary tapering areas of a cut are determined by the ________.   style  
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When using chemical relaxers, you should never___________.   use a hydroxide relaxer on thio-treated hair  
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Which of the following would be considered a prominent nose shape?   Pointed  
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What type of hepatitis is the most difficult to kill on a surface?   Hepatitis B.  
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Take the time during the consultation to explain the finer points of hair restoration, _________, bonding methods, and different hair solutions.   upkeep  
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The outermost layer of the epidermis is covered with a thin layer of sebum, which renders it _________.   waterproof  
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_____ rods are the most commonly used perm rod.   Concave  
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By 1985, over _______of all barbering students were women.   half  
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Which of the following may be used to create a stacked, layered effect at the perimeter?   Diagonal finger placement  
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Which of the following means being compassionate to other people?   Sensitivity  
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A _________ cut is styled with the hair combed back over the top section to stand straight up.   brush  
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What type of style is tapered slightly higher to above the occipital?   Semi-short  
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A majority of barbershop business is handled __________.   over the telephone  
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The shear-over-comb technique is used to ___________.   cut the ends of the hair  
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The sensory-motor nerve that controls motions of the face, scalp, and neck is the ________.   seventh cranial nerve  
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For the uniform-layered cut, to create a guide, take a _____ profile section from the front hairline to the nape.   1/2-inch-wide  
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What facial shape is narrow at the temples and chin?   Diamond  
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What type of hone cuts faster than the water hone?   Synthetic  
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______________ is when the client helps to stretch the skin by rolling his bottom lip slightly over his bottom teeth.   Balling-the-chin  
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Which of the following can grow in bar soaps?   Bacteria  
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For a beard redesign, make sure the design line connects with the corners of the ____________.   mustache outline  
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When you take pride in your work, you are demonstrating _______________.   a strong work ethic  
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Large dark hairs often occur in ________.   moles  
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Signs of poor elasticity include______________.   hair that tangles easily  
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What type of cutting requires a steady hand and consistent use of the comb or hair pick while cutting?   Freehand clipper  
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What blocks the creative mind from exploring ideas and discovering solutions to challenges?   Criticism.  
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Razor shapers are also known as ________.   hair shapers  
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The chemical composition of a temporary color is_________.   acidic  
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Shaving strokes on the upper lip are performed ___________.   on a slight diagonal  
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In an oil-in-water (O/W) emulsion, droplets of oil are dispersed in water, where they are surrounded by _________.   surfactants  
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___________ may be used at the front hairline to create a softer and more natural look.   Angora  
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If you can feel a slight roughness in the hair, the hair is _________.   porous  
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Which of the following occurs when irritating substances temporarily damage the epidermis?   Irritant contact dermatitis  
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What type wrapping/rodding technique is the hair wound from the hair ends toward the scalp?   Croquignole perm wrap.  
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If using a razor to shape and detail a mustache, apply ____________.   shaving cream or gel  
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What should be done prior to fitting any hair solution?   Contour analysis.  
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As soon as hydrogen peroxide is mixed into the lightener formula, it begins to release________.   oxygen  
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Effective sterilization typically requires the use of a(n)_________.   autoclave  
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What muscle would you be using if you were grinning?   Risorius  
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Soap caps can be used to_________________.   brighten existing color  
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________ help establish the net worth of the business at the end of the year.   Purchase records  
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A flat spot or discoloration on the skin is a __________.   macule  
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What type of style is tapered slightly higher to above the occipital?   Semi-short  
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Base _________ refers to the position of the perm rod or tool in relation to its base section.   control  
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The strop is attached to the __________ of the barber chair by a closed clip.   arm  
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What type of hepatitis is the most difficult to kill on a surface?   Hepatitis B.  
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The shear-over-comb technique is used to ___________.   cut the ends of the hair  
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___________ will not disinfect or sterilize implements.   UV light units  
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What type of tension would you use on straight hair to create precise lines?   Maximum  
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What is the most common elevation for a graduated cut?   45 degrees.  
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The term ________ is used when describing a cutting tool measuring less than 6 inches.   scissors  
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For a neck shave, you will tuck a neck strip or paper towel into the neckline of drape for ________.   wiping the razor  
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Lyme disease is caused by what type of bacteria?   Spirilla  
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_________is the outline or shape of a hairstyle.   Form  
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Once the long-layered haircut is dry, detail the interior and perimeter using ___________.   deep point cutting  
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Hair __________ can be determined by feeling a single strand of dry hair between the fingers.   texture  
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_____________ is based on inner strength and begins with trusting your ability to achieve set goals.   Self-esteem  
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After cutting and blending a full head bonded replacement system, the client should allow how long before shampooing?   24 to 48 hours  
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The Latin word means the cutting, clipping, or trimming of hair with shears or a razor.   tonsorial  
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Thio relaxing products require the use of a(n) ________ to chemically oxidize the hair.   neutralizer  
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What type of shampoo has an astringent quality that allows the product to evaporate quickly?   Liquid-dry  
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Which of the following is an example of an inorganic substance?   Minerals  
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Shaving strokes on the upper lip are performed ___________.   on a slight diagonal  
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