Arkansas Theory Test : Cosmetology Questions

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Arkansas Theory Test : Cosmetology Questions

and Correct Answers/ Latest Update / Already Graded Achieveing balance within a design can be accomplished by understanding _____ and reference points.

Ans: Head shape

what bone protrudes at the base of the skull?

Ans: Occipital bone

Hair that grows below the parietal ridge, or crest, hangs because of ___.

Ans: Gravity

What is the triangular section of head that begins at the apex and ends at the front corners.

Ans: Bang area

An important element in creating a strong foundation and consistency in hair cutting and creating shapes is the use of ____.

Ans: Angles

The three types of straight lines and haircutting include horizontal, vertical, and ____ lines.

Ans: Diagonal

What type of hair cutting lines are parallel to the floor and relative to the Horizon? 1 / 4

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Ans: Horizontal lines

____ Lines in a haircut are those that live between the horizontal and vertical, have a slanting or sloping direction, and help to blend long layers into short layers to create fullness.

Ans: Diagonal

For control during haircutting, the hair is parted into working area is called ____.

Ans: Sections

_____, also known as projection or lifting, is the degree at which a subsection of hair is held from the head when cutting.

Ans: Elevation

What is the elevation, or degrees, contained in a blunt or one length haircut?

Ans: 0

when hair contracts or lifts through the action of moisture loss or drying.

Ans: Shrinkage

What substance, also known as liquid gel, makes the hair pliable enough to keep it in place during the finger waving procedure?

Ans: Finger - waving lotion

What section of the pin curl lies between the base in the first (turn) of the circle that gives the curl it's direction and movement, and determines the amount of mobility or movement in a section of hair? 2 / 4

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Ans: Stem

What type of curl is placed completely off-base and allows for the greatest mobility?

Ans: Full stem curl

pin curls that produce waves that get smaller toward the end?

Ans: Closed center curls

____ base pin curls are usually recommended at the side front hairline for smooth, upswept affect.

Ans: rectangular

What is the most commonly shaped pin curl base?

Ans: Arc base

Forcing hair between the thumb and the back of the comb to create tension is called ____.

Ans: Ribboning

Ridge curls are pin curls placed immediately behind or below ridge to form a ____.

Ans: Wave

Which pin curls are fastened to the head in a standing position to create height in the hair design? 3 / 4

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Ans: Cascade curls

A(n) ____ is the point where curls of opposite direction meet, forming a recessed area.

Ans: Indentation

Backcombing, also known as ________, ratting, matting , or French lacing, involves combing small sections of hair from the ends towards the scalp, causing shorter hair to mat the scalp and form a cushion or base.

Ans: Teasing

As early as 3000 BC, _______ women wore braids or plaits decorated with shells, sequins, and glass or gold beads.

Ans: Egyptian

Perform a through ______ in order to avoid client misunderstanding and ensure a happy ending to every natural hairstyling service.

Ans: Consultation

With regard to a wave pattern or configuration, textured hair is defined as hair with a _______.

Ans: Tight curl pattern

Overlapping two strands to form a candy cane effect

Ans: Twisting

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