Pivot Point Cosmetology Practice Test

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• The half-circle is most often used to move the hair:
• Which term describes disease-producing bacteria that live everywhere?
• Electric burn is a burn resulting from?
• When cutting hair with a growth pattern, what adjustment should be made?
• Which elements are included in the Consult service essential?
• Which option is not typically evaluated in a pre-perm analysis?
• Immunity is defined as?
• A graduated form is also referred to as a wedge or a:
• Which shape is used to move hair in equal proportions from a center point of origin?
• Checking the temperature by testing the tool on a piece of white paper towel is performed for:
• An infection that occurs when the circulatory system carries bacteria and their toxins to all parts of the body is called?
• During which of the following service essentials should you produce a functional, predictable and pleasing result?
• What are the three major design elements?
• Hair wrapping is based on wrapping hair over which area?
• Which base control is most commonly used during a perm service?
• Passive immunity is provided when?
• Which bonds must be broken to allow rearrangement of the hair during a perm?
• Which term describes round or spherical bacteria?
• Which shape is used to move the hair in equal proportions from a center point of origin?
• How does the stylist remove excess water from the hair before applying the neutralizer?
• Partial perms are designed to place new texture in which areas?
• The technique to check balance and accuracy of a haircut by using opposite parting from the original parting pattern?
• Sanitation is defined as which of the following?
• First aid involves which of the following?
• A virgin relaxer is correctly described as a service used on
• Universal precautions, as described in the material, involves which practice?
• During an eye injury, you should place a gauze pad or cloth over what and secure with a bandage?
• Seeing as a designer is all about:
• What are the two basic wrapping techniques?
• A technique aimed at turning a first-time client into a returning client is known as:
• All single-use items must be:
• Which term describes the outline of the face from the side?
• What are sub-microscopic particles that cause familiar diseases like the common cold?
• Which diameter size yields the area between partings exactly the same as the diameter of the roller?
• Hair design is a temporary change in which aspects?
• Flat pincurls begin at which end of an oblong or shaping?
• Bacilli are what shape?
• Which bonds in the hair are weakened or broken down by water or thermal heat?
• The upper half of the oblong shape is the:
• Staphylococci are described as forming in what arrangement?
• End papers are designed to prevent which issue during perming?
• Which design line is described as a traveling guide?
• The term for pressing hair twice with more pressure and heat?
• Which term describes the depth in design?
• Which tool is specifically used to backcomb the hair to create volume, separate curls, and add texture?
• The technique where shears are parallel to the comb while moving upward in unison is known as
• A shaping base described as rhomboid-shaped produces what overall shape?
• Which practice is intended to prevent transmission of infection in a salon context?
• Which guideline would you follow to ensure the client's hair appearance and condition after styling?
• Greeting the guest is an element of which service essential?
• A dominant, protruding forehead and chin with a small nose are characteristics of a:
• Which statement best describes the duration of hair design changes?
• What is the recommended to remove buildup from a cool iron barrel?
• After unwinding the perm rod 1.5 times, a positive test curl resembles which pattern?
• The timing of greeting a guest within 10 seconds supports which service essential?
• Coarse hair should be texturized at least how far from the scalp?
• Which technique is used to set and expanded oval?
• During a perm service, what determines the size and shape of the new wave or curl pattern?
• When choosing a round brush, which material is NOT typically used as a core?
• What term describes the introduction of a killed or weakened form of the disease organism through vaccination?
• Conical rollers are used within curvature shapes and create
• In hairstyling design, the initial point of motion is called what?
• A cutting technique to define the perimeter hairline (i.e. nape) is known as
• Which term defines a disease that can be transmitted from one person to another?
• Which practice keeps clients engaged between visits?
• Which term denotes the action that kills pseudomonas?
• Identify the natural growth pattern that forms a point and curves to one side.
• To accommodate a growth pattern (whorl, cowlick, or widow's peak) when cutting hair you should?
• Which service essential focuses on delivering a functional, predictable and pleasing result?
• Which term is defined as the process of removing dirt to aid in preventing the growth of microbes?
• The concentration of length within a given area is defined as:
• An Efficacy label indicates the product's what?
• Clients with clothing in what category like to wear colors found in nature?
• Which face shape has the hairline and jawline almost horizontal?
• What is the standard head-to-body proportion most artists use for a man?
• What is the process of maintaining fresh air in a building called?
• Flat irons consist of two flat plates that include ceramic or
• Diplococci refer to bacteria that occur in what arrangement?
• Which of the following is NOT a term used to describe a curvature pincurl?
• Relaxing is a process used to
• Which term refers to substances that kill fungi?
• If a hair strand shows high porosity, which product is used to equalize porosity?
• Which structural bond must be broken to change hair from straight to curly during a perm?
• Before brushing or combing the hair after a thermal procedure, make sure that the hair is:
• Slightly closed shears move down the strand to produce a rapid length increase in which technique?
• The temporary nature of hair design services provides clients with all of the following EXCEPT:
• To hold the comb and shears together safely, release the thumb grip and:
• The type of comb used for distribution, molding, scaling, and parting the hair is called:
• When using electric clippers, the attachment that allows the hair to be cut at the same length is the:
• Which type of perm would process faster?
• Slithering is also called
• The tool sits on the lower portion of the base but not on or below the parting is which tool position?
• Too much hair wrapped on a perm rod can cause which outcome?
• Spirilla are associated with which diseases?
• For a round face shape, what adjustment should be made?
• Which ratio is commonly used to describe head-to-body proportion in figure drawing?
• Which component of a curl determines the amount of movement?
• Conversion layering is the most common cutting technique used to create which form?
• Which term describes non-disease producing bacteria that live on dead matter?
• Cocci are round or spherical bacteria that may appear in groups or singly. Which term describes their shape?
• When a choking victim cannot speak or is not getting sufficient air, what action should you take while waiting for emergency responders?
• HBV stands for Human Hepatitis B; is highly infectious disease that infects the liver. HBV stands for what?
• What could be the cause of a perm not lasting as long as expected?
• Which of the following tool positions is not used in curvature volume?
• Which type of perm is recommended for very damaged hair?
• What is the study of small living organisms called?
• The technique of drying and/or designing hair by using a hand-held dryer while simultaneously using your fingers and a variety of tools is known as:
• When determining face shape, which features are analyzed?
• Which ingredient is not one of the main ingredients in most neutralizers?
• Which of the following tools consist of 2 flat plates that are heated and used to straighten and silk the hair?
• Infection control procedures require sweeping and disposing of hair clippings at what point in the process?
• A layered cut or 90 degree angle cut is sometimes referred to as a(n):
• What are the two areas of hair design services?
• Which of the following is a guideline to follow to ensure salon care?
• What length of hair is used for a spiral technique?
• AIDS stands for which of the following?
• What styling adjustment is commonly recommended for tall clients?
• Diplococci are bacteria that occur in which arrangement and are commonly associated with which disease?
• Which perm type is associated with minimal swelling and requires careful wrapping?
• Which of the following distribution types refers to straight or curved lines that originate from a single point of origin and radiate outward in any direction, like the spokes of a wheel?
• The term for the visual feel of a surface is?
• The end of an oblong used to create the initial wave is the:
• The shape that is set with the rhomboid-shaped bases is known as:
• Which styling tool is used to smooth the hair or relax a set?
• In composition, horizontal lines are often used to convey which impression?
• A technique used to loosen or relax tightly curled hair patterns by approximately 50% of their natural shape is called?
• The technique of drying and/or designing hair by using a hand-held dryer while using your fingers and tools is called:
• Which statement best describes the role of the perm rod?
• The most natural looking result of the design line is achieved when cutting hair in which head position?
• Curl diffusion, also called chemical-blowout, is a technique used:
• "Shine" could be used to describe:
• What does OSHA stand for?
• Which natural growth pattern forms a point and curves to one side?
• The second direction, or bottom half of the oblong shape moves toward the:
• Natural immunity is described as?
• Which of the following is a general body shape name?
• For control and observe the shrinkage factor, curly hair should texturized while:
• Curl diffusion is also called chemical-blowout and is used to
• What term refers to the ability to loosen or reduce the hair's existing texture, such as straightening curly or tightly curled hair?
• What is the first step to take when it is believed a person may be choking?
• The apex refers to the what part of the head?
• Which of the following best describes passive immunity?
• Providing knowledge, offering food and drinks, and various relaxation techniques are all examples of what in client service?
• Which statement best describes the difference between local infection and general (systemic) infection?
• Hair breakage may result from which following actions?
• Organizing a plan, obtaining consent, and visualizing the end result are all part of which service essential?
• Which type of immunity lasts long-term as a result of the body's own immune response to a pathogen?
• For client comfort, hair should be damp throughout, even when cutting with which tool?
• Which product is used to prepare and protect the hair during pressing to prevent scorching and breakage?
• What should be done with all single-use items after use?
• What are flagella used for in bacteria?
• What type of comb is used to backcomb the hair, separate curls, and define texture?
• A client should be greeted within the first how many seconds?
• Which term refers to agents that kill harmful bacteria?
• A virgin relaxer achieves approximately what percentage of straightening?
• To safely carry both the comb and shears together, you should do what with your hand?
• Which line is parallel to the horizon?
• Which end of the oblong is described as the convex end?
• Two or more alternating oblongs create a(n):
• Which guideline is performed prior to the hair design service?
• Hair design analysis includes which levels of observation?
• Do not add width at cheekbones for which face shape?
• Smoothly guiding the hair during pincurl formation is intended to create which curl attribute?
• Which material is used for a comb during thermal curling to ensure safety?
• Which are the four design principles?
• Which of the following results are created with cone-shaped rollers?
• Which design principle is NOT among the four listed?
• Which term is synonymous with reducing curl through chemical means?
• Which wrapping method is described as being done by wrapping hair from the ends toward the scalp?
• Which phase of perming is the most important?
• During which of the following service essentials should you assess the facts and thoroughly think through your recommendations?
• Which perm tool determines the size and shape of the new curl texture?
• Which term describes removing hair to reduce bulk at the mid-lengths while preserving overall length?
• Which bacterial type is described as rod-shaped?
• What term describes chemical products used to destroy or kill bacteria and some viruses?
• Which of the following is NOT a listed general body shape category?
• Which option describes the two categories of surface texture?
• Bacteria are sometimes called what?
• Active immunity results when?
• Sterilization standards require the use of a liquid sterilant and/or moist or:
• The circle wrap is distributed from:
• Outlining in haircutting is used to define the perimeter at the hairline around which area?
• The size of the curl will be determined by the:
• Faint means?
• What was the active ingredient used in the first cold wave?
• An uneven effect is created when cutting curly hair that is:
• Which clients need hair designs with height and volume on the top?
• At which area of the oblong does molding begin?
• Adapting as a designer is all about:
• After unwinding the perm rod 1.5 times, what is assessed to gauge curl formation?
• Which guideline relates to the complete hair design service?
• The circle wrap distribution is achieved from a single point of origin. Which option correctly completes this statement?
• Taper shears, AKA thinning shears, are used on the ends of hair to create which effect?
• What is the area between the straight and curved partings within the shape, or the section of hair where the roller or brush is placed called?
• Projecting the hair below 90 degrees would result in which outcome?
• Which technique is described as effective for measuring the proportions of the face?
• Which factor determines the curl's movement?
• The term 'nape' refers to the hairline at which area?
• Identify the brush designed to maximize airflow for quick drying while guiding hair into the lines of the design.
• To equalize porosity of highly porous hair during a perm service, which product is often used?
• When performing first aid for bleeding wounds, what is the next step after bleeding stops?
• Perms that cause minimal swelling and must be wrapped with firm, even tension are
• Which refers to the open end of an oblong?
• Natural immunity is described as?
• Indentation pincurls are used to achieve which effect?
• An on-base tool position will result in the strongest base strength and:
• Which category of agents is used to kill tuberculosis?
• Tighter curl patterns added to increase-layered forms create the illusion of:
• Which technique is most commonly used to achieve an Increase Layered Form?
• Which finger should be placed in the finger grip to control the still blade when holding the shears?
• Which statement best captures the purpose of the four service essentials?
• What phase of relaxing is the most important?
• What is the result of using higher projection when cutting the hair?
• Streptococci form long chains and can cause which infection?
• Which cutting tool is used to create a clean, blunt edge?
• In the perm procedure, proper end paper techniques will eliminate crimps or what?
• Tall and lanky clients generally need volume and/or:
• What term is commonly used for one-celled microorganisms?
• Which type of pincurl is used to create hollow space or flare?
• Which line is perpendicular to the horizon?
• A stationary design line is described as which of the following?
• The tool used to relax a set, backbrush or smooth the surface of the hair is referred to as a
• Increased shine is considered a product:
• Which product is used to protect hair during pressing to prevent scorching and breakage?
• The blow dryer attachment that fits on the nozzle and allows control of air flow to a small area is called:
• Which of the following conditions describes effective storage for a disinfectant?
• What determines the size of the circle of the curl?
• In a perm service, which factor primarily determines curl pattern size?
• Which base shape is used within a circle?
• What term describes the distribution of length within a section to shape the silhouette?
• In pincurl terminology, the base refers to which area?
• Begin setting flat pincurls at the:
• What is curl diffusion primarily used to do?
• An outline of the face from the side is called what?
• The movable blade on shears is controlled by which grip?
• Which term describes efforts to prevent the spread of disease and kill certain or all microbes?
• Taper (thinning) shears are used to create which effect at the ends of hair?
• Which term refers to the process ensuring air exchange to prevent stale odors from chemical sprays and solutions?
• Ensuring the client's comfort during the service and demonstrating use of the product describes which Service Essential?
• Which of the following are you observing in the basic level of observation?
• Analyzing a client's wants and needs is obtained during the:
• Which practice is NOT recommended when cleaning combs and brushes?
• An angle of 45 degrees would be considered what type of projection?
• Which action most effectively promotes ongoing client relationships after a service?
• Which of the following is NOT one of the three major design elements?
• Which wrapping technique uses hair wrapped along a rod in a curved line to form a spiral?
• In the oblong pattern, the bottom half moves toward which end?
• Stand-up, cascade, and barrel curls are another name for which pincurls?
• All of the following are examples of thermal design EXCEPT
• In unfavorable conditions, what happens to the bacterial cells during the inactive stage?
• The wrapping method of rolling the hair from ends to scalp is known as:
• Which of the following best represents a product benefit?
• Which attachment on a blow dryer is used to direct airflow to a small area?
• Curvature shapes used in hair design include:
• What part of the curl determines the amount of movement of the curl?
• Which form is described as a blunt cut with all lengths at the same level?
• Curl diffusion is also known as what?
• Good Samaritan Law protects individuals who provide what?
• Bacteriology is the study of what?
• Which term is described as the most effective level of infection control, where procedures kill or destroy all microbes?
• All of the following cleaning and disinfectant guidelines are true about combs and brushes EXCEPT:
• After bleeding stops, the recommended action in first aid is to apply a bandage.
• What is antiseptics?
• A service used on natural untreated hair to straighten it 85% is the
• A person who carries disease-producing bacteria or viruses with no recognizable symptoms is called?
• During which of the following service essentials do you personalize the design to add your personal touch?
• A technique used to increase height and control form by creating a cushion or mesh at the base is called:
• What is the initial step to take when planning fingerwaves?
• Why is it important to use a client's name?
• Newsletters, birthday cards and thank-you cards are all ways to provide what?
• The described features are characteristics of which profile?
• Before starting the hair design service, what should you check?
• Creating as a designer is all about:
• What illusion is created by using a tighter curl pattern in layered forms?
• High gradation creates
• HIV stands for which of the following?
• During which stage do bacteria reproduce and grow rapidly?
• First aid refers to?
• Which base control places the tool off the base to produce looser curls?
• Which of the following best represents a product feature?
• A virgin relaxer is applied to hair that is
• What is the three-dimensional representation of shape called?
• What term describes the arrangement of perm tools around the head during wrapping?
• Which agents are described as killing viruses?
• Which of the following describes the side-view outline of the face in hairstyle analysis?
• Texturizing reduces bulk without:
• HIV is the virus that interferes with the body's natural immune system, leading to which condition?
• Overdirection of the wave in fingerwaving may be caused by:
• External Parasites are organisms that live on or obtain nutrients from another organism called a host. Which term describes organisms that live on or obtain nutrients from another organism?
• The visual appearance or feel of a surface is known as?
• Natural bristles in a hairbrush are considered a product:
• When forming pincurls, the hair is smoothed to create:
• Which parameter is used to determine processing approach for perming?
• As the hair cuts, the movable blade of the clippers moves:
• Which finger is conventionally used in the finger grip to stabilize the still blade when using shears?
• An infection that is confined to a small area, often indicated by a pus-filled lesion, is called?
• Round brushes may have a core that is made out of all of the following EXCEPT
• Cross-checking in haircutting is used to verify balance by parting hair in which pattern?
• The process of analyzing a client's wants and needs is most closely associated with which interaction?
• Projection, AKA Elevation, is the angle at which the hair is held in relation to the:
• Tools and instruments used to puncture or invade the skin must be sterilized or designed to be:
• Which type of form is sometimes referred to as a one-length or blunt cut?
• Which hair color emphasizes eye color, natural skin tone, and makes the client look more radiant overall?
• Which term refers to disease-producing bacteria?
• What was the pH of early relaxers?
• Two alternating oblongs connected by a ridge where one oblong is molded and one oblong is set is called an:
• When cutting graduation, what effect does using higher projection or angles create?
• The pH of Perm Neutralizer will range from
• The combination of the size of the base in relation to the diameter of the tool and the position of the tool in relation to the base is called:
• Which term refers to agents that kill pseudomonas?
• The finishing procedure that reinforces the established lines of the design is known as:
• Which term best describes chemical products that destroy bacteria and some viruses?
• Which term means losing consciousness temporarily?
• Which form is achieved by cutting at a 45-degree angle to create a wedge?
• Chemical Burn is defined as a burn resulting from?
• What does MSDS stand for?
• The movable blade of the shears is controlled by which grip?
• Which statement about projection and weight is supported by the material?
• "Dull" could be a word a client uses to describe:
• Minor burns are described as?
• MSDS provides key data on a product including
• Pressing the hair twice with more pressure and heat during a hair pressing service is referred to as a:
• During a client consultation, if the client seems hesitant about a suggested service, what is the best next step?
• The term used to describe hair as lengths lay or fall naturally over the curves of the head is known as:
• What does efficacy mean?
• The group of disinfectants that kills bacteria, viruses, fungi and pseudomonas is known as what?
• Sanitation is the lowest level of:
• Cutting shorter lengths within a form to reduce bulk and create closeness is called?
• The characteristics of styling products include all of the following EXCEPT
• What does the Efficacy label inform?
• Which tool position will result in the least volume and the least base strength?
• The first step in designing fingerwaves is to:
• Which brush allows the greatest airflow to the hair so lengths can be dried quickly while directing them into the lines of the design?
• AIDS is the disease caused by which virus?
• Which of the following is NOT true about the 2-comb technique?
• Which service essential focuses on planning with the client and obtaining consent?
• Which organisms are nonpathogenic and live on dead matter, not producing disease?
• All of the following guidelines are to be completed during the hair design service EXCEPT:
• Another name for an on-base curvature pincurl is:
• Which line is considered the artistic pattern or length guide used while cutting hair?
• Which part of the head does the apex refer to?
• Which service commonly requires sterilization procedures due to invasion of skin?
• The croquignogle wrapping method, created in 1926, is another name for which wrapping technique?
• Horizontal lines influence the perception of which attribute in design?
• For which face shape should you not accentuate the narrowness of temples and width at jawline?
• Which tool is used to create a clean, blunt edge on hair?
• What happens in the inactive stage of bacteria?
• Pathogens carried through blood or body fluids are called?
• Good Samaritan Law provides legal protection for who?
• The Connect service essential involves putting clients at ease and building what?
• Which term describes pincurls that produce straight volume?
• Alkaline perms carry a pH in which range?
• For a client with protruding ears and short hair, how should the hairstyle be worn?
• Four service essentials
• Where is a hard-rubber or nonflammable comb positioned when curling the hair for a thermal design?
• The place where motion begins is known as
• Your routine when clients visit should be?
• Which statement best describes the study of bacteria and other microorganisms?
• The blow dryer attachment that spreads airflow gently over a larger area is called
• A constant stable guide to which all length are directed is referred to as:
• Which term describes the act of destroying or killing bacteria and a broad spectrum of viruses on non-porous surfaces?
• Which wrapping technique is described as rolling hair from the ends toward the scalp?
• Cuts are addressed by which first aid step?
• Which angle best represents low projection?
• Which term describes a governmental agency enforcing workplace safety?
• What tool consists of two heated plates used to straighten and silk hair?
• What is the term for the ability to produce results or effectiveness?
• Which phase is dedicated to the chemical reaction that breaks and reforms bonds in the hair?
• Which base position is NOT one of the four basic tool positions?
• In haircutting, which technique involves moving slightly closed shears down the strand to create length?
• Which term describes bacteria that do not cause disease?
• Partial perms are designed to
• Two or more oblongs create which shape?
• Three common curvature pincurls are flat, volume, and:
• To form a larger curl, you would typically use a tool with what characteristic?
• In hair design analysis, which level focuses on the overall silhouette?
• Which technique is used to set and expanded circle?
• Hair wrapping is a molding technique that is based on wrapping hair over the:
• Which category specifically kills tuberculosis?
• Which term describes the act of loosening hair texture?
• What type of design is also called a travelling guide?
• Charles Nessler's heat permanent waving machine was suitable for which hair length?
• Which statement best describes the movement produced by cone-shaped rollers?
• How many sections are described for sectioning in proportional measurement?
• Rectangle shapes are usually used to move hair:
• External Parasites are organisms that live on or obtain their nutrients from another organism called a host. External parasites obtain nutrients from which source?
• Which statement best describes the purpose of open-ended questions in client consultations?
• Spirilla are spiraled, coiled, corkscrew-shaped bacterial cells that cause which diseases?
• Head lice are transmitted from one person to another and are usually accompanied by which signs?
• Which agency approves efficacy of products used for infection control?
• Which statement best defines infection?
• Disinfection standards describe the act of destroying or killing bacteria and a broad spectrum of viruses on non-porous surfaces; this represents which level of infection control?
• Which area of the head should you avoid thinning?
• Which shape is used to direct the hair equally away and then toward the face?
• Effilating is a form of which haircutting technique?
• What would result in weak or limp curls?
• Which base shape is used within a circle?
• The hair characteristics to assess in a pre-perm analysis are porosity, elasticity, texture and:
• Which statement best describes the effect of high projection during graduation?
• What term is used for agents that destroy fungus?
• Which distribution description matches lines radiating from a single origin?
• Which of the following services normally requires the use of sterilization procedures?
• Which two areas constitute the main domains of hair design services?
• The two categories of surface texture are known as: