Cosmetology Pivot Point Exam 2025
Questions and Answers
Hair design is a temporary change in: - ANSWER✔✔-Form, texture, direction
The two areas of hair design services are: - ANSWER✔✔-Wet design and thermal
design
Hair design analysis includes which of the following levels of observation? -
ANSWER✔✔-Basic, detail, abstract
The two categories of surface texture are known as: - ANSWER✔✔-unactivated
(smooth), activated (rough)
Tighter curl patterns added to increase-layered forms create the illusion of: -
ANSWER✔✔-Shorter lengths
Rectangle shapes are usually used to move hair: - ANSWER✔✔-one direction
Curvature shapes used in hair design include: - ANSWER✔✔-Oblongs
The half-circle is most often used to move the hair: - ANSWER✔✔-Half toward, half
away from the face
The temporary nature of hair design services provides clients with all of the following
EXCEPT: - ANSWER✔✔-Flexibility to try new designs for fun.
The type of comb that is used for distribution, molding,scaling,and parting the hair is
called: - ANSWER✔✔-Fine tooth tail comb
The type of comb that is used to backcomb the hair, separate curls and define texture is
called: - ANSWER✔✔-Wide tooth tail comb
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,The brush that allows the greatest airflow to the hair so lengths can be dried quickly
while directing them into the lines of the design is called a: - ANSWER✔✔-vent brush
Round brushes may have a core that is made out of ant of the following EXCEPT: -
ANSWER✔✔-Leather
The tool used to relax a set, backbrush or smooth the surface of the hair is referred to as
a: - ANSWER✔✔-Cushion brush
Conical rollers are used within curvature shapes and create: - ANSWER✔✔-Progression
of curl diameters
All of the following are examples of thermal design EXCEPT: - ANSWER✔✔-Cylinder
rollers
The blow dryer attachment that spreads airflow gently over a larger area is called: -
ANSWER✔✔-Concentrater
Flat irons consist of two flat plates that include that include ceramic or: - ANSWER✔✔-
Metal plates
The characteristics of styling products include all of the following EXCEPT: -
ANSWER✔✔-ingredients used
The place where motion begins is known as: - ANSWER✔✔-point of origin
Which of the following types of distribution refers to straight or curved lines that
originate from a single point of origin and radiate outward in any direction, like the
spokes of a wheel? - ANSWER✔✔-radial
Which of the following shapes is used to move the hair in equal proportions from a
center point of origin? - ANSWER✔✔-Half-circle
The second direction, or bottom half of the oblong shape moves toward the: -
ANSWER✔✔-concave end
Two or more alternating oblongs create a(n): - ANSWER✔✔-S shape
Which of the following base shapes is used within a circle? - ANSWER✔✔-triangle
The size of the curl will be determined by the: - ANSWER✔✔-Diameter of the tool
Which component of a curl determines the amount of movement? - ANSWER✔✔-ARC
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, The finishing procedure that reinforces the established lines of the design is known as: -
ANSWER✔✔-Dry molding
A technique used to increase height and control form by creating a cushion or mesh at
the base is called: - ANSWER✔✔-backcombing
During which of the following service essentials should you assess the facts and
thoroughly think through your recommendations? - ANSWER✔✔-consult
During which of the following service essentials do you personalize the design to add
your personal touch? - ANSWER✔✔-Create
During which of the following service essentials should you produce a functional,
predictable and pleasing result? - ANSWER✔✔-Create
Which of the following guidelines relates to the complete hair design service? -
ANSWER✔✔-Recommend products to maintain the appearance and condition of your
client's hair.
All of the following cleaning and disinfectant guidelines are true about combs and
brushes EXCEPT: - ANSWER✔✔-Disinfect with fine steel wool
What is the recommended to remove buildup from a cool iron barrel? - ANSWER✔✔-
Spray cleaner
All single-use items must be: - ANSWER✔✔-discarded after use
Which guideline is performed prior to the hair design service? - ANSWER✔✔-Check
scalp for any diseases or disorders.
All of the following guidelines are to be completed during the hair design service
EXCEPT: - ANSWER✔✔-Postpone treatment of burn until after the service
Which of the following is a guideline to follow to ensure salon care? - ANSWER✔✔-
Ensure equipment is clean and disinfected.
The combination of the size of the base in relation to the diameter of the tool and the
position of the tool in relation to the base is called: - ANSWER✔✔-base control
Which diameter size means the area between partings is exactly the same as the
diameter of the roller? - ANSWER✔✔-1x
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Questions and Answers
Hair design is a temporary change in: - ANSWER✔✔-Form, texture, direction
The two areas of hair design services are: - ANSWER✔✔-Wet design and thermal
design
Hair design analysis includes which of the following levels of observation? -
ANSWER✔✔-Basic, detail, abstract
The two categories of surface texture are known as: - ANSWER✔✔-unactivated
(smooth), activated (rough)
Tighter curl patterns added to increase-layered forms create the illusion of: -
ANSWER✔✔-Shorter lengths
Rectangle shapes are usually used to move hair: - ANSWER✔✔-one direction
Curvature shapes used in hair design include: - ANSWER✔✔-Oblongs
The half-circle is most often used to move the hair: - ANSWER✔✔-Half toward, half
away from the face
The temporary nature of hair design services provides clients with all of the following
EXCEPT: - ANSWER✔✔-Flexibility to try new designs for fun.
The type of comb that is used for distribution, molding,scaling,and parting the hair is
called: - ANSWER✔✔-Fine tooth tail comb
The type of comb that is used to backcomb the hair, separate curls and define texture is
called: - ANSWER✔✔-Wide tooth tail comb
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,The brush that allows the greatest airflow to the hair so lengths can be dried quickly
while directing them into the lines of the design is called a: - ANSWER✔✔-vent brush
Round brushes may have a core that is made out of ant of the following EXCEPT: -
ANSWER✔✔-Leather
The tool used to relax a set, backbrush or smooth the surface of the hair is referred to as
a: - ANSWER✔✔-Cushion brush
Conical rollers are used within curvature shapes and create: - ANSWER✔✔-Progression
of curl diameters
All of the following are examples of thermal design EXCEPT: - ANSWER✔✔-Cylinder
rollers
The blow dryer attachment that spreads airflow gently over a larger area is called: -
ANSWER✔✔-Concentrater
Flat irons consist of two flat plates that include that include ceramic or: - ANSWER✔✔-
Metal plates
The characteristics of styling products include all of the following EXCEPT: -
ANSWER✔✔-ingredients used
The place where motion begins is known as: - ANSWER✔✔-point of origin
Which of the following types of distribution refers to straight or curved lines that
originate from a single point of origin and radiate outward in any direction, like the
spokes of a wheel? - ANSWER✔✔-radial
Which of the following shapes is used to move the hair in equal proportions from a
center point of origin? - ANSWER✔✔-Half-circle
The second direction, or bottom half of the oblong shape moves toward the: -
ANSWER✔✔-concave end
Two or more alternating oblongs create a(n): - ANSWER✔✔-S shape
Which of the following base shapes is used within a circle? - ANSWER✔✔-triangle
The size of the curl will be determined by the: - ANSWER✔✔-Diameter of the tool
Which component of a curl determines the amount of movement? - ANSWER✔✔-ARC
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, The finishing procedure that reinforces the established lines of the design is known as: -
ANSWER✔✔-Dry molding
A technique used to increase height and control form by creating a cushion or mesh at
the base is called: - ANSWER✔✔-backcombing
During which of the following service essentials should you assess the facts and
thoroughly think through your recommendations? - ANSWER✔✔-consult
During which of the following service essentials do you personalize the design to add
your personal touch? - ANSWER✔✔-Create
During which of the following service essentials should you produce a functional,
predictable and pleasing result? - ANSWER✔✔-Create
Which of the following guidelines relates to the complete hair design service? -
ANSWER✔✔-Recommend products to maintain the appearance and condition of your
client's hair.
All of the following cleaning and disinfectant guidelines are true about combs and
brushes EXCEPT: - ANSWER✔✔-Disinfect with fine steel wool
What is the recommended to remove buildup from a cool iron barrel? - ANSWER✔✔-
Spray cleaner
All single-use items must be: - ANSWER✔✔-discarded after use
Which guideline is performed prior to the hair design service? - ANSWER✔✔-Check
scalp for any diseases or disorders.
All of the following guidelines are to be completed during the hair design service
EXCEPT: - ANSWER✔✔-Postpone treatment of burn until after the service
Which of the following is a guideline to follow to ensure salon care? - ANSWER✔✔-
Ensure equipment is clean and disinfected.
The combination of the size of the base in relation to the diameter of the tool and the
position of the tool in relation to the base is called: - ANSWER✔✔-base control
Which diameter size means the area between partings is exactly the same as the
diameter of the roller? - ANSWER✔✔-1x
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