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1. The stratum corneum is the:
A. Deepest dermal layer
B. Second layer of skin
C. Outermost layer of the epidermis consisting of flattened keratinized cells
D. Fatty tissue layer
Correct Answer: C. Outermost layer of the epidermis consisting of
flattened keratinized cells
2. Metallic dyes are classified as:
A. Temporary
B. Semi-permanent
C. Gradual
D. Permanent
Correct Answer: C. Gradual
3. Makeup is primarily used to:
A. Change facial structure
B. Enhance natural features
C. Darken skin tone
D. Hide all facial details
Correct Answer: B. Enhance natural features
4. The stratum granulosum is the:
A. First layer of epidermis
B. Third layer of epidermis where cells are replaced
C. Dermal layer

, D. Fatty layer
Correct Answer: B. Third layer of epidermis where cells are replaced
5. Mixtures of organic substances and a medicinal agent are called:
A. Creams
B. Lotions
C. Ointments
D. Powders
Correct Answer: C. Ointments
6. Which current is used to close pores?
A. Tesla
B. Faradic
C. Galvanic
D. Sinusoidal
Correct Answer: C. Galvanic
7. Which of the following are examples of fungi?
A. Staphylococcus and streptococcus
B. Tinea and mildew
C. Viruses and bacteria
D. Bacilli and cocci
Correct Answer: B. Tinea and mildew
8. The best shampoo for chemically treated hair is:
A. Alkaline shampoo
B. Clarifying shampoo
C. Mild acidic shampoo
D. Soap-based shampoo
Correct Answer: C. Mild acidic shampoo
9. Chemical relaxers typically have a pH of:
A. 4–6
B. 6–7
C. 8–9
D. 10–13
Correct Answer: D. 10–13

,10.The pH of hair color is usually:
A. 3–4
B. 4–5
C. 6–7
D. 9–10
Correct Answer: C. 6–7
11.The most common cutting position for a one-length haircut is:
A. Above fingers
B. At fingertips
C. Below the fingers
D. Freehand
Correct Answer: C. Below the fingers
12.The last step in a man's post-shave service is to:
A. Apply lotion
B. Apply powder
C. Schedule the next appointment
D. Apply antiseptic
Correct Answer: C. Schedule the next appointment
13.Severe inflammation of the nail with a lump of red tissue growing from the
nail bed is called:
A. Onychia
B. Paronychia
C. Pyogenic granuloma
D. Leukonychia
Correct Answer: C. Pyogenic granuloma
14.The last part of a shave procedure is:
A. Hot towel
B. Massage
C. Powder
D. Aftershave
Correct Answer: C. Powder

, 15.Bacilli bacteria cause:
A. Acne only
B. Tetanus, typhoid fever, tuberculosis, diphtheria
C. Ringworm
D. Warts
Correct Answer: B. Tetanus, typhoid fever, tuberculosis, diphtheria
16.The lightness or darkness of a color is referred to as:
A. Tone
B. Hue
C. Level
D. Intensity
Correct Answer: C. Level
17.Which tissue contracts and moves body parts?
A. Nerve tissue
B. Muscle tissue
C. Connective tissue
D. Epithelial tissue
Correct Answer: B. Muscle tissue
18.Semi-permanent color is also known as:
A. Oxidation color
B. Metallic color
C. Non-oxidation color
D. Progressive color
Correct Answer: C. Non-oxidation color
19.A steatoma is classified as a:
A. Pustule
B. Papule
C. Cyst
D. Vesicle
Correct Answer: C. Cyst
20.Which disinfectant is no longer commonly used?
A. Quaternary ammonium