BARBERS STATE BOARD Q&A
PRACTICE EXAMINATION 2026
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED
A+
◍ mnemonic.
Answer: triggering the memory with rhymes is an example of__
◍ How many members are on the State Board?.
Answer: Seven
◍ listening, watching, and sharing.
Answer: interactive learners learn best by
◍ A barber, master barber, esthetician, and manicurist license issued under this
chaptershall expire on their birth month in what year?.
Answer: Odd
◍ repetition, word association, mnemonics (all answers are correct).
Answer: your memory is strengthened by
◍ mind-mapping.
Answer: ___is a fun way and creative way to solve problems and make
connections
◍ A cosmetologist license issued under this chapter shall expire on their birth
month in what year?.
Answer: Even
◍ in the same place.
Answer: studying_____ is a good study habit.
◍ A shop and booth rental license issued under this chapter shall expire on
, their birthmonth in what year?.
Answer: Odd
◍ How many times a year are routine inspections conducted?.
Answer: Once to twice a year.
◍ good study skills.
Answer: your educational and professional goals are achieved with help of
◍ When may a licensee provide services in someone's home?.
Answer: someone with their license can go to someones house to provide a
service if they are: a handicapperson, or a person confined to the home
because of age.
◍ one of the most important keys to your success as a student.
Answer: your ability to learn is
◍ repetition.
Answer: your short-term memory is improved by
◍ When shall implements be sanitized?.
Answer: Tools should sanitized and disinfected after each and every use
before being used on another client.
◍ functions.
Answer: a mnemonic for the ___ of the skin is SHAPES.
◍ after tool are disinfected where should you put them?.
Answer: in a closed container !
◍ in the center of a piece of paper.
Answer: to perform mind-mapping, write the main topic
◍ What should you do If you cant disinfect a tool?.
Answer: tools that can't be disinfected shall be thrown away after being
used.
◍ taking notes.
Answer: an outline is most helpful for
,◍ How does the board take action against a complaint?.
Answer: The Board may undertake disciplinary proceedings upon a written
complaint from someone.
◍ How many day's do you have to notify the board of an address change?.
Answer: A barber shall notify the board, in writing, within 30 days of a
name or addresschange.
◍ When is it appropriate to apply Methyl Methacrylate (MMA)?.
Answer: A licensee, at no time, shall apply Methyl Methacrylate (MMA).
◍ outline.
Answer: the level I appears first in a(n)
◍ writing.
Answer: the ___ process is divided into four steps, including planning and
drafting
◍ both outlining and writing.
Answer: the drafting step of writing a paper includes
◍ facts and details.
Answer: reader/listener learners are interested in
◍ trial and error and self-discovery.
Answer: intuitive learners like tolearn through
◍ What are the rules while using an electrical Nail File?.
Answer: •A licensee who chooses to use an electrical nail file shall have
completed a certifiedprogram in the proper use of an electrical nail file in a
school licensed by the board ofcosmetology, and send in a copy of the
certificate to the board.• A licensee who chooses to use an electrical nail file
shall have a readable sign clearlyplaced at the workstation that a drill is in
use along with their certificate.
◍ list key information in an orderly fashion.
Answer: Systematic learners should
, ◍ Where should the current license be held?.
Answer: A barber should have their current license placed in a noticeable
place within theshop.
◍ When shall electric implements be sanitized?.
Answer: All electric implements shall be sanitized before and after each use
before a new client
◍ What should you do after using a towel?.
Answer: After a towel has been used, it should be put in a closed container
and not useduntil its cleaned again.
◍ breaks and healthy snacks.
Answer: Physical movement along with____ can help to pace yourself when
studying.
◍ barba.
Answer: the latin word ___ means beard
◍ How can the board take disciplinary action?.
Answer: • Reprimand• Suspension• Limitation• Restriction of a license•
Revocation of a license• Requiring the person to participate in a program of
continuing education• Imposing an administrative fine, not to exceed $500
for each offense, and each violationshall constitute a separate offense, and
able to fine all licensee, shop and schools.
◍ It is a ______ to hire or employ any person to cut hair that doesn't have a
valid NH license or a temporary permit issued by the state board..
Answer: Misdemeanor
◍ Washing hands policy (manicure).
Answer: A licensee shall wash their hands prior to each client and ensure the
client washestheir hands prior to manicuring services.
◍ between archaeological inference and absolute fact.
Answer: The Egyptian period provides a dividing line_______.
◍ A licensee should _____ provide any service unless they have received any
PRACTICE EXAMINATION 2026
QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS GRADED
A+
◍ mnemonic.
Answer: triggering the memory with rhymes is an example of__
◍ How many members are on the State Board?.
Answer: Seven
◍ listening, watching, and sharing.
Answer: interactive learners learn best by
◍ A barber, master barber, esthetician, and manicurist license issued under this
chaptershall expire on their birth month in what year?.
Answer: Odd
◍ repetition, word association, mnemonics (all answers are correct).
Answer: your memory is strengthened by
◍ mind-mapping.
Answer: ___is a fun way and creative way to solve problems and make
connections
◍ A cosmetologist license issued under this chapter shall expire on their birth
month in what year?.
Answer: Even
◍ in the same place.
Answer: studying_____ is a good study habit.
◍ A shop and booth rental license issued under this chapter shall expire on
, their birthmonth in what year?.
Answer: Odd
◍ How many times a year are routine inspections conducted?.
Answer: Once to twice a year.
◍ good study skills.
Answer: your educational and professional goals are achieved with help of
◍ When may a licensee provide services in someone's home?.
Answer: someone with their license can go to someones house to provide a
service if they are: a handicapperson, or a person confined to the home
because of age.
◍ one of the most important keys to your success as a student.
Answer: your ability to learn is
◍ repetition.
Answer: your short-term memory is improved by
◍ When shall implements be sanitized?.
Answer: Tools should sanitized and disinfected after each and every use
before being used on another client.
◍ functions.
Answer: a mnemonic for the ___ of the skin is SHAPES.
◍ after tool are disinfected where should you put them?.
Answer: in a closed container !
◍ in the center of a piece of paper.
Answer: to perform mind-mapping, write the main topic
◍ What should you do If you cant disinfect a tool?.
Answer: tools that can't be disinfected shall be thrown away after being
used.
◍ taking notes.
Answer: an outline is most helpful for
,◍ How does the board take action against a complaint?.
Answer: The Board may undertake disciplinary proceedings upon a written
complaint from someone.
◍ How many day's do you have to notify the board of an address change?.
Answer: A barber shall notify the board, in writing, within 30 days of a
name or addresschange.
◍ When is it appropriate to apply Methyl Methacrylate (MMA)?.
Answer: A licensee, at no time, shall apply Methyl Methacrylate (MMA).
◍ outline.
Answer: the level I appears first in a(n)
◍ writing.
Answer: the ___ process is divided into four steps, including planning and
drafting
◍ both outlining and writing.
Answer: the drafting step of writing a paper includes
◍ facts and details.
Answer: reader/listener learners are interested in
◍ trial and error and self-discovery.
Answer: intuitive learners like tolearn through
◍ What are the rules while using an electrical Nail File?.
Answer: •A licensee who chooses to use an electrical nail file shall have
completed a certifiedprogram in the proper use of an electrical nail file in a
school licensed by the board ofcosmetology, and send in a copy of the
certificate to the board.• A licensee who chooses to use an electrical nail file
shall have a readable sign clearlyplaced at the workstation that a drill is in
use along with their certificate.
◍ list key information in an orderly fashion.
Answer: Systematic learners should
, ◍ Where should the current license be held?.
Answer: A barber should have their current license placed in a noticeable
place within theshop.
◍ When shall electric implements be sanitized?.
Answer: All electric implements shall be sanitized before and after each use
before a new client
◍ What should you do after using a towel?.
Answer: After a towel has been used, it should be put in a closed container
and not useduntil its cleaned again.
◍ breaks and healthy snacks.
Answer: Physical movement along with____ can help to pace yourself when
studying.
◍ barba.
Answer: the latin word ___ means beard
◍ How can the board take disciplinary action?.
Answer: • Reprimand• Suspension• Limitation• Restriction of a license•
Revocation of a license• Requiring the person to participate in a program of
continuing education• Imposing an administrative fine, not to exceed $500
for each offense, and each violationshall constitute a separate offense, and
able to fine all licensee, shop and schools.
◍ It is a ______ to hire or employ any person to cut hair that doesn't have a
valid NH license or a temporary permit issued by the state board..
Answer: Misdemeanor
◍ Washing hands policy (manicure).
Answer: A licensee shall wash their hands prior to each client and ensure the
client washestheir hands prior to manicuring services.
◍ between archaeological inference and absolute fact.
Answer: The Egyptian period provides a dividing line_______.
◍ A licensee should _____ provide any service unless they have received any
