MILADY BARBERING WRITTEN EXAM 2
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2025
1. What is the main purpose of draping a client before a haircut or chemical
service?
A. For style reference
B. To protect the client's skin and clothing
C. To keep the client warm
D. To check for skin conditions
Draping protects the client’s skin and clothes from hair clippings, chemicals, and
water.
2. What type of bacteria causes syphilis and Lyme disease?
A. Cocci
B. Bacilli
C. Spirilla
,D. Diplococci
Spirilla are spiral or corkscrew-shaped bacteria that cause diseases like syphilis.
3. Which of the following is an example of a secondary lesion?
A. Papule
B. Crust
C. Macule
D. Wheal
Secondary lesions like crusts are changes in the primary lesions as they evolve or
heal.
4. What is the technical term for razor bumps?
A. Pseudofolliculitis barbae
B. Folliculitis capitis
C. Trichoptilosis
D. Alopecia areata
Pseudofolliculitis barbae is an inflammatory condition caused by shaving and
ingrown hairs.
5. What is the pH range of acid-balanced shampoos?
A. 2.0–3.0
B. 4.5–5.5
C. 6.5–7.5
D. 8.0–9.0
Acid-balanced shampoos match the natural pH of hair and scalp to maintain
health and strength.
, 6. Which tool is best for removing bulk from the hair?
A. Straight razor
B. Thinning shears
C. Clippers
D. Styling comb
Thinning shears reduce bulk without shortening the hair length significantly.
7. What type of massage is characterized by light, continuous-stroking
movements?
A. Petrissage
B. Effleurage
C. Tapotement
D. Vibration
Effleurage uses gliding strokes that are soothing and often used at the
beginning and end of massage.
8. When performing a shave, what stroke is used for areas like around the ears?
A. Reverse backhand
B. Freehand
C. Backhand
D. Glide stroke
Reverse backhand is typically used for detail work like shaving behind the ears.
9. What is the main ingredient in alkaline perms?
A. Glyceryl monothioglycolate
B. Ammonium thioglycolate
C. Sodium hydroxide
QUESTIONS AND CORRECT ANSWERS
(VERIFIED ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2025
1. What is the main purpose of draping a client before a haircut or chemical
service?
A. For style reference
B. To protect the client's skin and clothing
C. To keep the client warm
D. To check for skin conditions
Draping protects the client’s skin and clothes from hair clippings, chemicals, and
water.
2. What type of bacteria causes syphilis and Lyme disease?
A. Cocci
B. Bacilli
C. Spirilla
,D. Diplococci
Spirilla are spiral or corkscrew-shaped bacteria that cause diseases like syphilis.
3. Which of the following is an example of a secondary lesion?
A. Papule
B. Crust
C. Macule
D. Wheal
Secondary lesions like crusts are changes in the primary lesions as they evolve or
heal.
4. What is the technical term for razor bumps?
A. Pseudofolliculitis barbae
B. Folliculitis capitis
C. Trichoptilosis
D. Alopecia areata
Pseudofolliculitis barbae is an inflammatory condition caused by shaving and
ingrown hairs.
5. What is the pH range of acid-balanced shampoos?
A. 2.0–3.0
B. 4.5–5.5
C. 6.5–7.5
D. 8.0–9.0
Acid-balanced shampoos match the natural pH of hair and scalp to maintain
health and strength.
, 6. Which tool is best for removing bulk from the hair?
A. Straight razor
B. Thinning shears
C. Clippers
D. Styling comb
Thinning shears reduce bulk without shortening the hair length significantly.
7. What type of massage is characterized by light, continuous-stroking
movements?
A. Petrissage
B. Effleurage
C. Tapotement
D. Vibration
Effleurage uses gliding strokes that are soothing and often used at the
beginning and end of massage.
8. When performing a shave, what stroke is used for areas like around the ears?
A. Reverse backhand
B. Freehand
C. Backhand
D. Glide stroke
Reverse backhand is typically used for detail work like shaving behind the ears.
9. What is the main ingredient in alkaline perms?
A. Glyceryl monothioglycolate
B. Ammonium thioglycolate
C. Sodium hydroxide
