Cosmetology Practice Exam Quiz: MCQ

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1.

In the track-and-sew method of hair extension,the angle of the track determines:
- A.
  
  How the hair will fall
- B.
  
  The amount of hair
- C.
  
  The size of extension
- D.
  
  The length of extension
2.

A simple, quick stitch that can be used to secure the entire length of a weft to a track is the:
- A.
  
  Double-lock stitch
- B.
  
  Lock stitch
- C.
  
  Moving stitch
- D.
  
  Overcast stitch
3.

The term used to measure the hydrogen ions in a solution that determine its alkalinity or acidity is:
- A.
  
  Possible hydrogen
- B.
  
  Positive hrdrogen
- C.
  
  Potential hydrogen
- D.
  
  Peptide ions
4.

Long,coiled,polypeptide chains that make up approximately 97 percent of the hair's structure are:
- A.
  
  Keratin protiens
- B.
  
  Amino protiens
- C.
  
  Nitrogen bonds
- D.
  
  Resistant bonds
5.

A correct permanent wave service alters only what bonds
- A.
  
  Keratin bonds
- B.
  
  Side bonds
- C.
  
  Large bonds
- D.
  
  Peptide bonds
6.

Weak physical side bonds that are the result of an attraction between negative and positive electrical charges are:
- A.
  
  Sodium bonds
- B.
  
  Sulfur bonds
- C.
  
  Disulfide bonds
- D.
  
  Salt bonds
7.

The key to ensuring complete penetration of permanent wave solution on coarse hair is:
- A.
  
  Less processing time
- B.
  
  Saturation of the scalp
- C.
  
  Saturation of the cortex
- D.
  
  Fast processing lotions
8.

Chemical services performed on overly porous hair require solutions that are:
- A.
  
  High ph
- B.
  
  Alkaline
- C.
  
  Diluted
- D.
  
  Low ph
9.

Exothermic waves create a chemical reaction that heats the solution and speeds up:
- A.
  
  Processing
- B.
  
  Conditioning
- C.
  
  Neutralizing
- D.
  
  Formulation
10.

An acid with a low ph that is the primary reducing agent in acid waves is:
- A.
  
  Glyceryl monothioglycolate
- B.
  
  Ammonium thioglycolic
- C.
  
  Sodium hydroxide
- D.
  
  Sodium hydroxide
11.

In a basic perm wrap, all rods within apanel move in the same direction, and the base control is:
- A.
  
  On base
- B.
  
  Off base
- C.
  
  Bricklaying
- D.
  
  Half off base
12.

The process of rearranging the basic structure of extremely curly hair into a straighter or smoother form is:
- A.
  
  Texturizing
- B.
  
  Permanent waving
- C.
  
  Chemical softening
- D.
  
  Chemical hair relaxing
13.

Relaxers are often marketed and sold as no-mix-no-lye relaxers are:
- A.
  
  Potassium hydroxide relaxers
- B.
  
  Sodium hydroxide relaxers
- C.
  
  Ammonium thio relaxers
- D.
  
  Guanidine hydroxide relaxers
14.

The difference in the strength of most chemical hair relaxers is determined by the concentration of:
- A.
  
  Lanthionization
- B.
  
  Hydroxide
- C.
  
  Ammonia
- D.
  
  Coatings
15.

Prior to sodium hydroxide relaxer retouch service, the hair should never be:
- A.
  
  Sectioned
- B.
  
  Detangled
- C.
  
  Combed
- D.
  
  Shampooed
16.

A significant factor in the product selection used in the application of color is the client's hair:
- A.
  
  Structure
- B.
  
  Length
- C.
  
  Strength
- D.
  
  Density
17.

Colors that absorb more light and can look darker than their actual level are:
- A.
  
  Natural tones
- B.
  
  Cool tones
- C.
  
  Warm tones
- D.
  
  Lightest tones
18.

Colors with a predominance of red are considered:
- A.
  
  Cool tones
- B.
  
  Neutral tones
- C.
  
  Warm tones
- D.
  
  Base tones
19.

The chemical process involving the difussion of natural color pigment or artifical color from the hair is:
- A.
  
  Color deposit
- B.
  
  Hair lightening
- C.
  
  Hair softening
- D.
  
  Complementary colors
20.

Lighteners that have a thicker consistency and give more control during scalp application are:
- A.
  
  Cream lighteners
- B.
  
  Powder lighteners
- C.
  
  Oil lighteners
- D.
  
  Paste lighteners
21.

When attempting to color the unpigmented hair in a salt-and-pepper head, to ensure gray coverage, formulate the color:

Discuss
- A.
  
  One level darker than the natural level
- B.
  
  Two levels darker than the natural level
- C.
  
  Two levels lighter than the natural level
- D.
  
  Four levels lighter than the natural level
22.

Shampoo added to a remaining color formula to brighten hair color before rinsing is a:
- A.
  
  Prelightening
- B.
  
  Toning
- C.
  
  Soap cap
- D.
  
  Swabbing
23.

Acne, or common pimples, is also known as:
- A.
  
  Acne milia
- B.
  
  Acne vulgaris
- C.
  
  Acne cortisone
- D.
  
  Acne fissure
24.

Inflammation of the sebaceous glands characterized by red, flaky skin in the scalp and hairline is:
- A.
  
  Acne rosacea
- B.
  
  Asteatosis
- C.
  
  Scale dermatitis
- D.
  
  Seborrheic dermatitis
25.

A contagious, recurring viral infection characterized by fever blisters or cold sores is:
- A.
  
  Herpes simplex
- B.
  
  Herpes dermatitis
- C.
  
  Psoriasis
- D.
  
  Eczema