FLORIDA COSMETOLOGY TEST
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
ANSWERS
The reason for back combing is to - Answer-Back combing is a technique used to add
volume.
If the manicurist causes bleeding to occur at the nail anatomy, she should treat it with -
Answer-Styptic powder
When tinting virgin hair and going darker, application should begin: - Answer-In a virgin
tint going darker, application should begin with the lightest hair, affording additional
processing time
Which of the following bacteria are short, rod-shaped - Answer-Bacilli
Oil under a nail enhancement may result in - Answer-The enhancements lifting off
The term for shedding of the cuticle layer of the skin is: - Answer-Exfoliation
When in use, where should manicuring implements be kept? - Answer-on a sma
A predisposition test can be called by any of the following terms except - Answer-strand
test
During a manicure, when should a hand massage be done? - Answer-Before applying
polish
What can be used to remove thick skin on the soles of the feet - Answer-Pumice stone
What is the primary purpose of nail primer - Answer-To provide an adhesive surface for
acrylic
The following type of relaxer is often advertised as a "no-lye" relaxer - Answer-
Guanidine
Nail bleaches and lighteners may contain` - Answer-Hydrogen peroxide
The primary function of the Florida Board of Cosmetology is - Answer-To carry out the
provisions of the Florida Cosmetology Act
Another name for Athlete's Foot is: - Answer-Tinea Pedis
,Onychia - Answer-Onychia can be used generally describe an infection of the nail
anatomy
The Florida State Board of Cosmetology considers all of the following to be minor
violations, for which a notice of non compliance will be issued in accordance with the
Florida law, EXCEPT: - Answer-Failure to renew license by the expiration date, while
continuing to practice
To disinfect a surface such as a manicure table - Answer-To disinfect a surface such as
a manicure table
Acne lesions are - Answer-Infections of the sebaceous glands
Shampoo contains a detergent, also called a surfactant. A surfactant is - Answer-Both
hydrophilic and lipophilic
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
The bone of the forearm on the side of the thumb - Answer-Radius
Onychophagy may cause the nail to grow faster as it can increase blood flow to the -
Answer-Matrix
The subcutaneous layer of the skin is located - Answer-Below the dermis
When blow drying, use a large diameter round brush to achieve - Answer-A loose wave
When preparing the client for a shampoo - Answer-Use two towels and a cape
Which of the following is NOT a reason why virgin bleach / high-lift tint is initially applied
away from the scalp - Answer-It is more efficient for the stylist
Which of the following procedures is never recommended prior to performing a
permanent color: - Answer-Brushing the hair
How can an old, dark tint be removed? - Answer-Haircolor Remover
When applying temporary color to hair, gloves should be worn to: - Answer-Prevent
staining of the skin
Use or possession of any substance containing which liquid nail monomers is illegal in
Florida - Answer-Methyl methacrylate (MMA)
The following statement regarding guanidine relaxers is NOT true - Answer-They have a
lower pH than thio relaxers
, In massage, the term used for a rubbing motion is - Answer-Tapotement
@ Friction
Petrissage
Effleurage
The tissue just under the free edge of the nail is the - Answer-Perionychium
Pterygium
Eponychium
@ Hyponychium
Which of the following products are likely to have a pH lower than 7 - Answer-@ Hair
conditioner
Permanent wave solution
Chemical relaxer
Semi-permanent haircolor
To help prevent ingrown toe-nails, clip or file the nail - Answer-Short at the corners,
longer at the center
Into a rounded or oval shape
Short all around
@ Straight across, slightly rounding the corners
Onychocryptosis may be caused by - Answer-Mold spores
A diet lacking in calcium
Damage to the nail bed
@ Poorly fitting or tight shoes
After a permanent wave, what advise should the cosmetologist give to the client for at-
home maintenance to help ensure the perm does not quickly relax - Answer-Use an
alkaline shampoo followed by an alkaline rinse
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
ANSWERS
The reason for back combing is to - Answer-Back combing is a technique used to add
volume.
If the manicurist causes bleeding to occur at the nail anatomy, she should treat it with -
Answer-Styptic powder
When tinting virgin hair and going darker, application should begin: - Answer-In a virgin
tint going darker, application should begin with the lightest hair, affording additional
processing time
Which of the following bacteria are short, rod-shaped - Answer-Bacilli
Oil under a nail enhancement may result in - Answer-The enhancements lifting off
The term for shedding of the cuticle layer of the skin is: - Answer-Exfoliation
When in use, where should manicuring implements be kept? - Answer-on a sma
A predisposition test can be called by any of the following terms except - Answer-strand
test
During a manicure, when should a hand massage be done? - Answer-Before applying
polish
What can be used to remove thick skin on the soles of the feet - Answer-Pumice stone
What is the primary purpose of nail primer - Answer-To provide an adhesive surface for
acrylic
The following type of relaxer is often advertised as a "no-lye" relaxer - Answer-
Guanidine
Nail bleaches and lighteners may contain` - Answer-Hydrogen peroxide
The primary function of the Florida Board of Cosmetology is - Answer-To carry out the
provisions of the Florida Cosmetology Act
Another name for Athlete's Foot is: - Answer-Tinea Pedis
,Onychia - Answer-Onychia can be used generally describe an infection of the nail
anatomy
The Florida State Board of Cosmetology considers all of the following to be minor
violations, for which a notice of non compliance will be issued in accordance with the
Florida law, EXCEPT: - Answer-Failure to renew license by the expiration date, while
continuing to practice
To disinfect a surface such as a manicure table - Answer-To disinfect a surface such as
a manicure table
Acne lesions are - Answer-Infections of the sebaceous glands
Shampoo contains a detergent, also called a surfactant. A surfactant is - Answer-Both
hydrophilic and lipophilic
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
The bone of the forearm on the side of the thumb - Answer-Radius
Onychophagy may cause the nail to grow faster as it can increase blood flow to the -
Answer-Matrix
The subcutaneous layer of the skin is located - Answer-Below the dermis
When blow drying, use a large diameter round brush to achieve - Answer-A loose wave
When preparing the client for a shampoo - Answer-Use two towels and a cape
Which of the following is NOT a reason why virgin bleach / high-lift tint is initially applied
away from the scalp - Answer-It is more efficient for the stylist
Which of the following procedures is never recommended prior to performing a
permanent color: - Answer-Brushing the hair
How can an old, dark tint be removed? - Answer-Haircolor Remover
When applying temporary color to hair, gloves should be worn to: - Answer-Prevent
staining of the skin
Use or possession of any substance containing which liquid nail monomers is illegal in
Florida - Answer-Methyl methacrylate (MMA)
The following statement regarding guanidine relaxers is NOT true - Answer-They have a
lower pH than thio relaxers
, In massage, the term used for a rubbing motion is - Answer-Tapotement
@ Friction
Petrissage
Effleurage
The tissue just under the free edge of the nail is the - Answer-Perionychium
Pterygium
Eponychium
@ Hyponychium
Which of the following products are likely to have a pH lower than 7 - Answer-@ Hair
conditioner
Permanent wave solution
Chemical relaxer
Semi-permanent haircolor
To help prevent ingrown toe-nails, clip or file the nail - Answer-Short at the corners,
longer at the center
Into a rounded or oval shape
Short all around
@ Straight across, slightly rounding the corners
Onychocryptosis may be caused by - Answer-Mold spores
A diet lacking in calcium
Damage to the nail bed
@ Poorly fitting or tight shoes
After a permanent wave, what advise should the cosmetologist give to the client for at-
home maintenance to help ensure the perm does not quickly relax - Answer-Use an
alkaline shampoo followed by an alkaline rinse
