MN COSMETOLOGY WRITTEN EXAM 2025
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What is an appropriate step for a basic hand washing procedure? -
(ANSWER)Spend at least 20 seconds working up a good lather
Who is the party responsible for distribution of SDS? - (ANSWER)The
manufacturer
The active stage of growing hair lasts from: - (ANSWER)2 to 6 years
The hair growth stage when all cell division stops: - (ANSWER)Catagen
Nerve bundles in the subcutaneous tissue branch into the stratum granulosum
respond to: - (ANSWER)Pain
The name given to grayness/whiteness of the hair is: - (ANSWER)Canities
A disorder that refers to thick, crusty patches of red on irritated scalp is known as:
- (ANSWER)Psoriasis
Localized infections of hair follicles are called boils or: - (ANSWER)Furuncles
The occipitalis muscle is located at the nape of the neck and draws the scalp: -
(ANSWER)Back
,Which muscle bends the wrist and closes the fingers? - (ANSWER)Flexor
Which nerve extends to the muscles on the side of the neck? - (ANSWER)Cervical
cutaneous
Which smaller branch of the external maxillary artery supplies blood to the upper
lip and septum? - (ANSWER)Superior labial
When a solution can't take or dissolve more of the solute than it already holds at
a given temp is referred to as: - (ANSWER)A saturated solution
A predisposition test should be performed how many hours before a color
service? - (ANSWER)24-48 hours
A pH of 5 is how many more times acidic than a pH of 6? - (ANSWER)10
The most accurate method of measuring pH is with: - (ANSWER)A pH meter
A pull test is performed to check for what condition? - (ANSWER)Elasticity
What color tool consists of nylon bristles on one end and pointed tip on the
other? - (ANSWER)A color brush
, To maintain a constant temp during use, the electric curling iron contains a
heating element controlled by: - (ANSWER)A thermostat
What removes build up on a cool iron barrel? - (ANSWER)Spray cleanser
What is considered the appropriate water pressure for rinsing during a shampoo
service? - (ANSWER)Moderate to strong
An uneven effect is created when cutting curly hair that is: - (ANSWER)Partly wet
and partly dry
Coarse hair should be texturized at least how far away from the scalp? -
(ANSWER)1 1/2 inches from scalp
What determines the amount of movement a pin curl will have? - (ANSWER)Stem
What type of wig simulates natural hair growth and creates a natural look? -
(ANSWER)Hand knotted
What method of bonding features double-adhesive edges with sticky sides to hold
the weft in position before securing? - (ANSWER)Taping
How many standardized colors are on the J & L color ring? - (ANSWER)70
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
What is an appropriate step for a basic hand washing procedure? -
(ANSWER)Spend at least 20 seconds working up a good lather
Who is the party responsible for distribution of SDS? - (ANSWER)The
manufacturer
The active stage of growing hair lasts from: - (ANSWER)2 to 6 years
The hair growth stage when all cell division stops: - (ANSWER)Catagen
Nerve bundles in the subcutaneous tissue branch into the stratum granulosum
respond to: - (ANSWER)Pain
The name given to grayness/whiteness of the hair is: - (ANSWER)Canities
A disorder that refers to thick, crusty patches of red on irritated scalp is known as:
- (ANSWER)Psoriasis
Localized infections of hair follicles are called boils or: - (ANSWER)Furuncles
The occipitalis muscle is located at the nape of the neck and draws the scalp: -
(ANSWER)Back
,Which muscle bends the wrist and closes the fingers? - (ANSWER)Flexor
Which nerve extends to the muscles on the side of the neck? - (ANSWER)Cervical
cutaneous
Which smaller branch of the external maxillary artery supplies blood to the upper
lip and septum? - (ANSWER)Superior labial
When a solution can't take or dissolve more of the solute than it already holds at
a given temp is referred to as: - (ANSWER)A saturated solution
A predisposition test should be performed how many hours before a color
service? - (ANSWER)24-48 hours
A pH of 5 is how many more times acidic than a pH of 6? - (ANSWER)10
The most accurate method of measuring pH is with: - (ANSWER)A pH meter
A pull test is performed to check for what condition? - (ANSWER)Elasticity
What color tool consists of nylon bristles on one end and pointed tip on the
other? - (ANSWER)A color brush
, To maintain a constant temp during use, the electric curling iron contains a
heating element controlled by: - (ANSWER)A thermostat
What removes build up on a cool iron barrel? - (ANSWER)Spray cleanser
What is considered the appropriate water pressure for rinsing during a shampoo
service? - (ANSWER)Moderate to strong
An uneven effect is created when cutting curly hair that is: - (ANSWER)Partly wet
and partly dry
Coarse hair should be texturized at least how far away from the scalp? -
(ANSWER)1 1/2 inches from scalp
What determines the amount of movement a pin curl will have? - (ANSWER)Stem
What type of wig simulates natural hair growth and creates a natural look? -
(ANSWER)Hand knotted
What method of bonding features double-adhesive edges with sticky sides to hold
the weft in position before securing? - (ANSWER)Taping
How many standardized colors are on the J & L color ring? - (ANSWER)70
