BARBERING WRITTEN EXAM PRACTICE
EXAM 1 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2025
1. What is the primary purpose of sanitation in a barbershop?
A. To promote product sales
B. To prevent the spread of disease
C. To increase customer satisfaction
D. To maintain decor
Sanitation reduces the number of disease-causing organisms, helping prevent
infections.
2. Which bone forms the back and base of the skull?
A. Parietal
B. Frontal
,C. Occipital
D. Temporal
The occipital bone is located at the lower back part of the skull.
3. What does "alopecia" refer to?
A. Dandruff
B. Hair loss
C. Hair growth
D. Dry scalp
Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss.
4. How often should disinfectant solutions be changed?
A. Weekly
B. Daily or when visibly contaminated
C. Every hour
D. Once a month
Disinfectants lose effectiveness when contaminated and should be changed
regularly.
5. Which agency regulates disinfectants used in a barbershop?
A. EPA
B. OSHA
,C. CDC
D. FDA
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registers disinfectants used in
salons and barbershops.
6. What is the function of sebaceous glands?
A. Produce sweat
B. Stimulate nerves
C. Produce oil
D. Remove toxins
Sebaceous glands secrete sebum (oil) to lubricate hair and skin.
7. What type of bacteria is round-shaped and appears in clusters?
A. Bacilli
B. Spirilla
C. Staphylococci
D. Diplococci
Staphylococci are round and form grape-like clusters; some cause infections like
boils.
8. What is the correct procedure after a blood spill?
A. Continue working
B. Ignore and clean later
, C. Stop service, wear gloves, clean and disinfect the area
D. Ask client to clean it
Proper blood spill protocol includes stopping the service and sanitizing
immediately.
9. Which of the following is a disinfectant?
A. Soap
B. Barbicide
C. Water
D. Alcohol wipes
Barbicide is a commonly used EPA-registered disinfectant in barbershops.
10. What is the ideal temperature for hot towels?
A. 180°F
B. 212°F
C. 160°F
D. 90°F
160°F is effective and safe for softening the skin and hair before shaving.
11. How should implements be stored after disinfection?
A. In your drawer
B. In a clean, closed container
EXAM 1 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS (VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS
RATIONALES 2025
1. What is the primary purpose of sanitation in a barbershop?
A. To promote product sales
B. To prevent the spread of disease
C. To increase customer satisfaction
D. To maintain decor
Sanitation reduces the number of disease-causing organisms, helping prevent
infections.
2. Which bone forms the back and base of the skull?
A. Parietal
B. Frontal
,C. Occipital
D. Temporal
The occipital bone is located at the lower back part of the skull.
3. What does "alopecia" refer to?
A. Dandruff
B. Hair loss
C. Hair growth
D. Dry scalp
Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss.
4. How often should disinfectant solutions be changed?
A. Weekly
B. Daily or when visibly contaminated
C. Every hour
D. Once a month
Disinfectants lose effectiveness when contaminated and should be changed
regularly.
5. Which agency regulates disinfectants used in a barbershop?
A. EPA
B. OSHA
,C. CDC
D. FDA
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) registers disinfectants used in
salons and barbershops.
6. What is the function of sebaceous glands?
A. Produce sweat
B. Stimulate nerves
C. Produce oil
D. Remove toxins
Sebaceous glands secrete sebum (oil) to lubricate hair and skin.
7. What type of bacteria is round-shaped and appears in clusters?
A. Bacilli
B. Spirilla
C. Staphylococci
D. Diplococci
Staphylococci are round and form grape-like clusters; some cause infections like
boils.
8. What is the correct procedure after a blood spill?
A. Continue working
B. Ignore and clean later
, C. Stop service, wear gloves, clean and disinfect the area
D. Ask client to clean it
Proper blood spill protocol includes stopping the service and sanitizing
immediately.
9. Which of the following is a disinfectant?
A. Soap
B. Barbicide
C. Water
D. Alcohol wipes
Barbicide is a commonly used EPA-registered disinfectant in barbershops.
10. What is the ideal temperature for hot towels?
A. 180°F
B. 212°F
C. 160°F
D. 90°F
160°F is effective and safe for softening the skin and hair before shaving.
11. How should implements be stored after disinfection?
A. In your drawer
B. In a clean, closed container
