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Florida cosmetology theory exam


You lighten your client's hair from Level 5 to 9, then apply a pale blue toner. The resulting color is: -
Answer-green



Under ordinary conditions, HIV can NOT be transmitted by: - Answer-kissing on the cheek



A blunt cut can be given more fullness by using a technique called - Answer-Beveling



Before placing a hot iron in the hair, test for temperature by: - Answer-Testing it on a piece of tissue
paper or damp towel



Henna is an example of the following type of tint: - Answer-vegetable



To disinfect a surface such as a manicure table: - Answer-First clean the surface, then use a disinfectant
solution per manufacturers directions



Which of the following is not within the power of the Florida board of cosmetology? - Answer-Issue or
renew a license



To serve on the Florida Board of Cosmetology, a licensed professional must have been a resident of, and
practiced barbering or cosmetology in Florida for at least - Answer-5 years



What is the average rate of nail growth - Answer-1/8" per month

,Onychophagy may increase blood flow to the ____ and cause the nail to grow faster - Answer-nail
matrix



Onychia - Answer-A term that refers to any infection of the nail an surrounding tissues



Florida law defines compensation in exchange for cosmetology services as: - Answer-anything of value



Acne lesions are - Answer-Infections of the sebaceous glands



Which of the following statements about Demi-permanent hair color is not true? - Answer-It lifts and
deposits color



An important rule of safety when using disinfectants is to: - Answer-Follow manufacturers directions



The difference between Vellus and lanugo hair is that: - Answer-Vellus hair does not have a medulla or
pigment



Approximately 1% of the scalp hair is in this phase at any one time - Answer-Catagen



Which of the following color products may leave hair unsuitable for further chemical services - Answer-
Metallic tint



Chapter 477, F.S., is also known as - Answer-Florida cosmetology act



A red, itchy rash between the toes may be a sign of - Answer-Tinea Pedis



Onychophagy - Answer-nail biting

, Which of the following organisms is most commonly pus-forming? - Answer-Staphylococci



I'd over processing occurs in a permanent wave, the hair will be: - Answer-Straighter on the ends, with
some curl near the scalp



What is used to dry and garden gel nails: - Answer-UV light



When performing a chemical service, to protect the client's clothing: - Answer-Have the client change
into a gown



When performing a virgin lightening on the hair, begin the application - Answer-Starting away from the
scalp up to the ends



Which of the following carries the greatest risk of transmitting hepatitis and HIV? - Answer-Use of sharp
implements



To eliminate a greenish cast in blonde hair use: - Answer-Red



In Florida a cosmetologist is not permitted to work until he or she - Answer-Has achieved a passing grade
on all parts of the examination and has paid the licensing fee



Which of the following is NOT a reason why virgin bleach/ high-lift tint is initially applied away from the
scalp? - Answer-It is more efficient for the stylist



The liquid component of blood in which the blood cells are suspended: - Answer-Plasma

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