BARBER LICENSE EXAM
PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2026 Q&A | INSTANT
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1. Which of the following is the primary purpose of a barber’s cape?
A. Drying hair
B. Styling hair
C. Protecting clothing
D. Coloring hair
The cape protects the client’s clothing from hair clippings, water, and
chemicals.
2. How often should a barber disinfect combs and scissors?
A. Once a week
B. After each client
C. Once a day
D. After every use
Proper sanitation prevents the spread of infections between clients.
,3. What is the main function of a barber chair hydraulic system?
A. Cutting hair
B. Washing hair
C. Adjusting chair height and position
D. Holding tools
The hydraulic system allows for ergonomic positioning during haircuts.
4. When shaving a client, the grain of the hair refers to:
A. Hair thickness
B. Direction of hair growth
C. Hair color
D. Hair texture
Shaving with or against the grain affects closeness and skin irritation.
5. What is a follicle?
A. Hair color
B. Hairbrush
C. The structure that produces hair
D. Hair style
The follicle is the organ in the skin from which hair grows.
6. Which disinfectant is commonly used for metal tools?
A. Alcohol
B. Barbicide
C. Bleach
D. Soap
Barbicide is an EPA-registered disinfectant effective against bacteria,
viruses, and fungi.
7. What is the ideal water temperature for shampooing hair?
A. Cold
B. Boiling
C. Warm
, D. Hot
Warm water opens the hair cuticle gently and cleans effectively.
8. A client with dandruff has:
A. Dry hair only
B. Flaky scalp skin
C. Oily hair
D. Hair loss
Dandruff is caused by a flaky scalp, often due to yeast or dry skin.
9. What is the purpose of a barber’s neck strip?
A. Styling hair
B. Coloring hair
C. Cutting hair
D. Protecting client’s neck from cape contact
Neck strips prevent contamination between clients and maintain
hygiene.
10. Which hair type is most resistant to chemical processing?
A. Fine hair
B. Wavy hair
C. Coarse hair
D. Straight hair
Coarse hair has thicker cuticles and requires stronger chemicals or
longer processing.
11. Which haircutting technique uses scissors over comb?
A. Clipper over comb
B. Scissors over comb
C. Razor cutting
D. Point cutting
Scissors over comb allows blending and precision trimming.
PRACTICE QUESTIONS AND
CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED
ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES
2026 Q&A | INSTANT
DOWNLOAD PDF.
1. Which of the following is the primary purpose of a barber’s cape?
A. Drying hair
B. Styling hair
C. Protecting clothing
D. Coloring hair
The cape protects the client’s clothing from hair clippings, water, and
chemicals.
2. How often should a barber disinfect combs and scissors?
A. Once a week
B. After each client
C. Once a day
D. After every use
Proper sanitation prevents the spread of infections between clients.
,3. What is the main function of a barber chair hydraulic system?
A. Cutting hair
B. Washing hair
C. Adjusting chair height and position
D. Holding tools
The hydraulic system allows for ergonomic positioning during haircuts.
4. When shaving a client, the grain of the hair refers to:
A. Hair thickness
B. Direction of hair growth
C. Hair color
D. Hair texture
Shaving with or against the grain affects closeness and skin irritation.
5. What is a follicle?
A. Hair color
B. Hairbrush
C. The structure that produces hair
D. Hair style
The follicle is the organ in the skin from which hair grows.
6. Which disinfectant is commonly used for metal tools?
A. Alcohol
B. Barbicide
C. Bleach
D. Soap
Barbicide is an EPA-registered disinfectant effective against bacteria,
viruses, and fungi.
7. What is the ideal water temperature for shampooing hair?
A. Cold
B. Boiling
C. Warm
, D. Hot
Warm water opens the hair cuticle gently and cleans effectively.
8. A client with dandruff has:
A. Dry hair only
B. Flaky scalp skin
C. Oily hair
D. Hair loss
Dandruff is caused by a flaky scalp, often due to yeast or dry skin.
9. What is the purpose of a barber’s neck strip?
A. Styling hair
B. Coloring hair
C. Cutting hair
D. Protecting client’s neck from cape contact
Neck strips prevent contamination between clients and maintain
hygiene.
10. Which hair type is most resistant to chemical processing?
A. Fine hair
B. Wavy hair
C. Coarse hair
D. Straight hair
Coarse hair has thicker cuticles and requires stronger chemicals or
longer processing.
11. Which haircutting technique uses scissors over comb?
A. Clipper over comb
B. Scissors over comb
C. Razor cutting
D. Point cutting
Scissors over comb allows blending and precision trimming.
