Florida Cosmetology Theory Exam/ 297
Questions & Answers.
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 manufacturer’s
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
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,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
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 manufacturer’s directions
Which of the following is not within the power of the Florida board of cosmetology? - Answer:
Issue or renew a license
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, 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
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
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Questions & Answers.
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 manufacturer’s
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
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,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
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 manufacturer’s directions
Which of the following is not within the power of the Florida board of cosmetology? - Answer:
Issue or renew a license
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, 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
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
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