Florida cosmetology theory exam
Questions & Answers
You lighten your client's hair from Level 5 to 9, then apply a pale blue toner. The
resulting color is: - ANSWERgreen
AnswerUnder ordinary conditions, HIV can NOT be transmitted by: - ANSWERkissing
on the cheek
AnswerA blunt cut can be given more fullness by using a technique called -
ANSWERBeveling
AnswerBefore placing a hot iron in the hair, test for temperature by: - ANSWERTesting
it on a piece of tissue paper or damp towel
AnswerHenna is an example of the following type of tint: - ANSWERvegetable
AnswerTo disinfect a surface such as a manicure table: - ANSWERFirst clean the
surface, then use a disinfectant solution per manufacturers directions
AnswerWhich of the following is not within the power of the Florida board of
cosmetology? - ANSWERIssue or renew a license
AnswerTo 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 -
ANSWER5 years
AnswerWhat is the average rate of nail growth - ANSWER1/8" per month
AnswerOnychophagy may increase blood flow to the ____ and cause the nail to grow
faster - ANSWERnail matrix
AnswerOnychia - ANSWERA term that refers to any infection of the nail an surrounding
tissues
AnswerFlorida law defines compensation in exchange for cosmetology services as: -
ANSWERanything of value
AnswerAcne lesions are - ANSWERInfections of the sebaceous glands
AnswerWhich of the following statements about Demi-permanent hair color is not true?
- ANSWERIt lifts and deposits color
,AnswerAn important rule of safety when using disinfectants is to: - ANSWERFollow
manufacturers directions
AnswerThe difference between Vellus and lanugo hair is that: - ANSWERVellus hair
does not have a medulla or pigment
AnswerApproximately 1% of the scalp hair is in this phase at any one time -
ANSWERCatagen
AnswerWhich of the following color products may leave hair unsuitable for further
chemical services - ANSWERMetallic tint
AnswerChapter 477, F.S., is also known as - ANSWERFlorida cosmetology act
AnswerA red, itchy rash between the toes may be a sign of - ANSWERTinea Pedis
AnswerOnychophagy - ANSWERnail biting
AnswerWhich of the following organisms is most commonly pus-forming? -
ANSWERStaphylococci
AnswerI'd over processing occurs in a permanent wave, the hair will be: -
ANSWERStraighter on the ends, with some curl near the scalp
AnswerWhat is used to dry and garden gel nails: - ANSWERUV light
AnswerWhen performing a chemical service, to protect the client's clothing: -
ANSWERHave the client change into a gown
AnswerWhen performing a virgin lightening on the hair, begin the application -
ANSWERStarting away from the scalp up to the ends
AnswerWhich of the following carries the greatest risk of transmitting hepatitis and
HIV? - ANSWERUse of sharp implements
AnswerTo eliminate a greenish cast in blonde hair use: - ANSWERRed
AnswerIn Florida a cosmetologist is not permitted to work until he or she -
ANSWERHas achieved a passing grade on all parts of the examination and has paid
the licensing fee
AnswerWhich of the following is NOT a reason why virgin bleach/ high-lift tint is initially
applied away from the scalp? - ANSWERIt is more efficient for the stylist
AnswerThe liquid component of blood in which the blood cells are suspended: -
ANSWERPlasma
, Answerhair that was relaxed with a thioglycolate based product, should not be treated
with: - ANSWERSodium hydroxide relaxer
AnswerSalon licenses in Florida must be renewed: - ANSWERBiennially only even
numbered years
AnswerCertified colors are used in: - ANSWERTemporary rinses
AnswerWhich governmental agency regulates cosmetics in the United states -
ANSWERFDA
AnswerCosmetologist study the muscle structure of the head, face, and neck for the
following reason - ANSWERTo give effective, relaxing massage
AnswerThe purpose of using thinning or texturizing shears is to - ANSWERRemove
bulk
AnswerWhich governmental agency in force his health and safety standards in the
workplace - ANSWEROccupational safety and health administration (OSHA)
AnswerDisinfection is: - ANSWEREliminating most, but not all microbial life
AnswerThe correct way to stretch a wig is to - ANSWERWet it, pin it to a larger size
block, and allow it to air dry
AnswerNails should be filed - ANSWERDry
AnswerThe lowest part of the hair strand that fits over the dermal papilla is the -
ANSWERhair bulb
AnswerThe basic unit of all living things capable of performing the fundamental
functions of life - ANSWERCell
AnswerHow often should the shampoo bowl be sanitized? - ANSWERBetween every
client
AnswerIn hair coloring, "tone" means - ANSWERColor expressed as warmth or
coolness
AnswerWent tinting Virgin hair and going darker, application should begin - ANSWERIn
the region of the lightest hair
AnswerThe process of permanent hair coloring - ANSWERLives and deposits pigment
Questions & Answers
You lighten your client's hair from Level 5 to 9, then apply a pale blue toner. The
resulting color is: - ANSWERgreen
AnswerUnder ordinary conditions, HIV can NOT be transmitted by: - ANSWERkissing
on the cheek
AnswerA blunt cut can be given more fullness by using a technique called -
ANSWERBeveling
AnswerBefore placing a hot iron in the hair, test for temperature by: - ANSWERTesting
it on a piece of tissue paper or damp towel
AnswerHenna is an example of the following type of tint: - ANSWERvegetable
AnswerTo disinfect a surface such as a manicure table: - ANSWERFirst clean the
surface, then use a disinfectant solution per manufacturers directions
AnswerWhich of the following is not within the power of the Florida board of
cosmetology? - ANSWERIssue or renew a license
AnswerTo 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 -
ANSWER5 years
AnswerWhat is the average rate of nail growth - ANSWER1/8" per month
AnswerOnychophagy may increase blood flow to the ____ and cause the nail to grow
faster - ANSWERnail matrix
AnswerOnychia - ANSWERA term that refers to any infection of the nail an surrounding
tissues
AnswerFlorida law defines compensation in exchange for cosmetology services as: -
ANSWERanything of value
AnswerAcne lesions are - ANSWERInfections of the sebaceous glands
AnswerWhich of the following statements about Demi-permanent hair color is not true?
- ANSWERIt lifts and deposits color
,AnswerAn important rule of safety when using disinfectants is to: - ANSWERFollow
manufacturers directions
AnswerThe difference between Vellus and lanugo hair is that: - ANSWERVellus hair
does not have a medulla or pigment
AnswerApproximately 1% of the scalp hair is in this phase at any one time -
ANSWERCatagen
AnswerWhich of the following color products may leave hair unsuitable for further
chemical services - ANSWERMetallic tint
AnswerChapter 477, F.S., is also known as - ANSWERFlorida cosmetology act
AnswerA red, itchy rash between the toes may be a sign of - ANSWERTinea Pedis
AnswerOnychophagy - ANSWERnail biting
AnswerWhich of the following organisms is most commonly pus-forming? -
ANSWERStaphylococci
AnswerI'd over processing occurs in a permanent wave, the hair will be: -
ANSWERStraighter on the ends, with some curl near the scalp
AnswerWhat is used to dry and garden gel nails: - ANSWERUV light
AnswerWhen performing a chemical service, to protect the client's clothing: -
ANSWERHave the client change into a gown
AnswerWhen performing a virgin lightening on the hair, begin the application -
ANSWERStarting away from the scalp up to the ends
AnswerWhich of the following carries the greatest risk of transmitting hepatitis and
HIV? - ANSWERUse of sharp implements
AnswerTo eliminate a greenish cast in blonde hair use: - ANSWERRed
AnswerIn Florida a cosmetologist is not permitted to work until he or she -
ANSWERHas achieved a passing grade on all parts of the examination and has paid
the licensing fee
AnswerWhich of the following is NOT a reason why virgin bleach/ high-lift tint is initially
applied away from the scalp? - ANSWERIt is more efficient for the stylist
AnswerThe liquid component of blood in which the blood cells are suspended: -
ANSWERPlasma
, Answerhair that was relaxed with a thioglycolate based product, should not be treated
with: - ANSWERSodium hydroxide relaxer
AnswerSalon licenses in Florida must be renewed: - ANSWERBiennially only even
numbered years
AnswerCertified colors are used in: - ANSWERTemporary rinses
AnswerWhich governmental agency regulates cosmetics in the United states -
ANSWERFDA
AnswerCosmetologist study the muscle structure of the head, face, and neck for the
following reason - ANSWERTo give effective, relaxing massage
AnswerThe purpose of using thinning or texturizing shears is to - ANSWERRemove
bulk
AnswerWhich governmental agency in force his health and safety standards in the
workplace - ANSWEROccupational safety and health administration (OSHA)
AnswerDisinfection is: - ANSWEREliminating most, but not all microbial life
AnswerThe correct way to stretch a wig is to - ANSWERWet it, pin it to a larger size
block, and allow it to air dry
AnswerNails should be filed - ANSWERDry
AnswerThe lowest part of the hair strand that fits over the dermal papilla is the -
ANSWERhair bulb
AnswerThe basic unit of all living things capable of performing the fundamental
functions of life - ANSWERCell
AnswerHow often should the shampoo bowl be sanitized? - ANSWERBetween every
client
AnswerIn hair coloring, "tone" means - ANSWERColor expressed as warmth or
coolness
AnswerWent tinting Virgin hair and going darker, application should begin - ANSWERIn
the region of the lightest hair
AnswerThe process of permanent hair coloring - ANSWERLives and deposits pigment
