Nails I Do Adore Collection- State Board Manicurist Prep Quiz

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is an example of a ____ disorder commonly reported by cosmetology professionals.
Cardiac
Musculoskeletal
Respiratory
Intestinal
The best way to understand other is to begin with a firm understanding of:
Yourself
The typical client
The salon manager
Your friends and family members
Which of these is a recommended method of handling the ups and downs of human relations?
Being intentive
Talking more and listening less
Reacting instead of responding
Beliving in yourself
Generally, if clients are more than ___ late, they should be asked to reschedule.
5 mins
15 mins
30 mins
45 mins
What should you do if a clients foot is visibly infected?
Apply an antibacterial cream
Apply disinfectant before providing any service
Refuse to provide a pedicure
Refuse to provide a manicure
Which of the following is a common contagious disease that will prevent a nail technician from performing services for a client?
Ringworm
Common cold
Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
All of these answers are correct
Disinfectants should NOT be used on human:
Hair
Nails
Skin
All of these answers are correct
The recommended way to calm down a difficult client is to
Explain that you are required to follow the salon's rules
Ask what you can do to make the service more to their liking
Insist that she quiet down and let you do your job
Do whatever she wants regardless of the time or expenses involved
To mix bleach solution, you should add how much household bleach to 1 gallon of water?
3/4 cup
1-1/2 cups
1/2 gallon
1 gallon
When diluting disinfectant, you should
Pour both fluids into a separate container simultaneously
Add the water to the disinfectant
Add the disinfectant to the water
First apply disinfectant to the surface, and then apply the water
What are the two phases of metabolism
Biomorphism and anabolism
Botulism and biomorphism
Catabolism and botulism
Anabolism and catabolism
Lymph is an example of ___ tissue.
Connective
Liquid
Epithelial
Muscular
What is the largest bone in the leg?
Fibula
Femur
Tibia
Patella
Bone and tendons are examples of ____ tissue.
Epithelial
Nerve
Connective
Muscular
How many phalanges are in each foot?
14
26
9
0
What is recommended that you do if you make a mistake?
Punish yourself for making the error
Start again from the beginning, regardless of where you are in the process
Tell yourself that it is okay, and you will do better next time
Talk with your teacher or manager about trying a different career path
Which of these is NOT an active problem-solving word?
Postpone
Explore
Analyze
Determine
Which of the following is NOT one of the ingredients identified as necessary for a healthy, well-developed attitude?
Self-care
Aggression
Diplomacy
Tone of voice
When your are receptive you are responsive to the ___ of other people.
Ideas
Feelings
Opinions
All of these answers are correct
Beauty professionals working in which position must be extremely meticulous about their personal hygiene?
Hair stylist
Makeup artist
Skin care specialist
All of these answers are correct
You should keep dental floss, deodorant, and hand wipes in
Your hygiene pack
Your purse
The break room
The reception area
You should not smoke any sooner than ___ before seeing your next client.
60 mins
30 mins
15 mins
5 mins
Your clothing should generally reflect the fashions of the season by embodying current:
Styles
Textures
Colors
All of these answers are correct
Your physical presentation includes your:
Posture
Walk
Movements
All of these answers are correct
How often should you check yourself to see if you are maintaining good posture?
Never
Periodically
Only immediately after sitting down
Only when the salon manager is nearby
The __ is the large, triangular muscle covering the shoulder joint that allows the arm to extend outward and to the side of the body.
Deltoid
Tricep
Bicep
Extensor
The blood contains nutrients that are necessary for:
All of these answers are correct
Cell repair
Cell life
Cell growth
Lymph does which of the following?
Bathes the skin cells
Removes toxins and cellular waste
Helps protect the body against disease
All of these answers are correct
Which of the following is used to deliver a boost of energy needed to start a chemical reaction that joins the monomer liquid to the polymer powder?
Initiator
Uv lamp
Water
Hot air
A healthy nail typically has a water content up to:
0%
25%
50%
35%
An oil-based nail conditioner is recommended to"
Reduce water loss.
Increase water loss
Increase firmness
Decrease flexibility
The growth of the nails can be affected if a person:
Is in poor health
Has a nail disorder
Has an injured matrix
All of these answers are correct.
A highly curved matrix creates a ____ free edge.
Slightly curved
Highly curved
Thick
Thin
The whitish, half-moon shaped at the base of the nail is called the:
Lunula
Matrix
Cuticle
Ligament
Which of the following is recommended for a client with a bruised nail?
Application of a dark nail polish
Application of a translucent nail enhancement
Referral to a physician
Careful buffing the nail
Leukonychia spots will go away when:
The client's diet improves
An opaque nail enhancement is applied
The nail grows out
Leukonychia spots will never go away
Nail infections develop more readily in people who:
Wash their hands 2-3 times a day
Work with animals
Regularly place their hands in harsh cleaning solutions
Regularly take vitamin supplements
Which of the following is a common cause of onycholysis?
Trauma
Physical injury
Allergic reaction to the nail bed
All of these answers are correct
Which of the following is an example of a chemical-free product?
Water
Bleach
Nail polish remover
None of these answers are correct
All ___ exisist(s) as a solid, liquid, or gas.
Matter
Energy
Atoms
Light
Which of the following is made from a combination of petrolatum, oil, and wax?
Ointments
Pastes
Styling waxes
All of these answers are correct
Volatile organic compounds:
Contain carbon
Evaporate very quickly
Both of these answers are correct
Neither of these answers are correct
Before you apply any nail product to the nail plate, it should be:
Clean and dry
Clean and moist
Unwashed and dry
Unwashed and moist
Aggressive filing can result in:
Damage to the nail plate
Damage to the underlying tissue
The lifting and separating of the nail plate
All of these answers are correct
Nail Enhancements are not designed to be taken off more than:
Once a month
Twice a year
Once a year
Every 3 months
Coatings that ____ do so as the result of a physical reaction.
Harden upon evaporation
Cure
Polymerize
All of these answers are correct
A problem with a nail enhancement is LEAST likely to be caused by:
A faulty product
Improper nail prep
Improper application
Improper removal
Which type of metal is commonly used in electric wiring and electric motors?
Copper
Silver
Steel
Platinum
Which of the following is an insulator?
Water
Gold
Glass
All of these answers are correct
Which of these devices typically uses alternating current?
Desktop computer
Dishwasher
Ceiling fan
All of these answers are correct
Overloading a circuit can result in:
Fire
Electrical shock
Burns
All of these answers are correct
Which part of a plug supplies current to the circuit
The "live" connection
The primary ground connection
The secondary ground connection
The seondary live connection
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is worn to protect against which specific hazard?
Electric shock
Bloodborne pathogens
Airborne pathogens
Cuts from sharp objects
A fine grit abrasive board is one with
A grit of 180 or higher
A grit of 180 or lower
A grit of 240 or higher
A grit of 240 or lower
It is recommended that you use ____ terry cloth towels for personal services.
Yellow
White
Brown
Black
Compared to non-acetone nail polish remover, acetone removers:
Work more slowly
Work more quickly
Work at the same speed
Are poorer solvents
Cuticle removers usually contain ___ sodium or potassium hydroxide, along with glycerin or other moisturizing ingredients
2-5%
7-10%
10--20%
Up to 50%
The ___ nail should be slightly tapered and extend just a bit past the fingertip.
Pointed
Square
Round
Squoval
Using multiple layers of nail product when applying nail polish improves:
The longevity of the polish.
The durability of the polish
Adhesion
All of these answers are correct
A client should get a physician's permission for massage if she has
High blood pressure
A heart condition
Had a stroke
All of these answers are correct
When performing a paraffin wax service, you should dip the client's hand up to the wrist for about:
3 sec
10 sec
30 sec
2 mins
A nail rasp should be used:
On the top of the nail
Under the free edge of the nail
Past the hyponychium area of the side of the free edge
On ingrown nails
Reflexology involves applying pressure with the:
Feet
Palms
Thumb and index finger
Index finger and middle finger
When disinfecting a whirlpool bath at the end of the day, you should fill the basin with warm water and detergent, and allow it to circulate through the system for:
30-60 sec
3-5 mins
5-10 mins
15-20 mins
Products such as softening and exfoliating lotions are recommended to:
Improve the texture of skin
Reduce the accumulation of calluses
Both of these answers are correct
Neither of these answers are correct
Compared to a standard micromotor, handpiece micromotors:
Have the power source and hand piece combined
Are easier to manage
Have more pieces
All of these answers are correct
What is the first step of the recommended post-service procedure for a pedicure service?
Advise the client about proper foot care
Recommend products for the client to purchase
Schedule the client's next appointment
Prepare your work area for the next client
What is the standard shank size for a salon-grade electric file?
1/32 inch
1/8 inch
1/2 inch
1/16 inch
Which term refers to a micromotor's ability to keep turning when applying pressure during filing?
Revolutions per minute
Tolerance
Torque
Chuck
Most electric files are table machines that are about:
8"x 8" x 8"
4" x 4"x 4"
12" x 12" x 12"
2" x 2" x 2"
The standard electric file bits include carbide bits, diamond bits, and:
Gold bits
Natural nail bits
Silver bits
All of these answers are correct
The grooves carved into a client's nail by filing with bits at the incorrect angle are known as
Flutes
Tapers
Cross-cuts
Rings of fire
High-shine bits:
Cannot be effectively disinfected
Often last up to 5 years
Are commonly made of stainless steel
Are used on the nail with nail oil
When doing maintenance work, it is recommended that you set your electric file to ___ speed
Fast
Medium
Slow
Turbo
Nail tips are used to
Add extra length
Serve as a support for nail enhancement products
Both answers are correct
Neither answers are correct
Nail tips that are pre-beveled:
Require less filing on the natural nail after application
Require more filing on the natural nail after application
Require the same amount of post-application filing as non-beveled tips
Require no filing after application
If a nail technician is right-handed, it is recommended that when setting up her workstation for a nail wrap service she place the finger bowl:
To the left on the manicure table
To the right on the manicure table
In the middle of the manicure table
Next to the sink
Benzoyl Peroxide is:
An initiator commonly added to polymer powder
A catalyst commonly added to polymer powder
An initiator commonly added to monomer liquid
A catalyst commonly added to monomor liquid
What is the recommended mix ratio for a medium bead
2 parts monomer liquid & 1 part polymer powder
2 parts monomer liquid & 2 parts polymer powder
1 part monomer liquid & 1 part polymer powder
1-1/2 parts monomer liquid & 1 part polymer powder
The monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancement product application near the ___ must be thin for a natural-looking nail.
All of the answers are correct
Free edge
Sidewalls
Eponychium
Which of the following is NOT a common alternate term for UV gloss gel
Sealing gels
Tack-free gels
Finishing gels
Shine gels
Pink and white UV gels can be formulated in a variety of:
All of these answers are correct
Colors
Viscosities
Opacities
If the client has flat fingernails, building will be easiest when done with a ___ UV building gel.
Thinner
Thicker
Pigmented
Clear
When cleaning the client's nails and removing the existing polish before a UV gel application, it is recommended that you start with:
The little finger on the left hand
The thumb on the left hand
The little finger on the right hand
The thumb on the right hand
After the gloss gel has cured and the inhibition layer has been removed, the next step in the one-color UV gel application procedure is to:
Clean the nail enhancements
Massage the hand and arm
Apply hand lotion
Apply nail oil
The process of reaching logical conclusions by employing logical reasoning is known as
Qualification
Emotional reasoning
Deductive reasoning
Systemics
IF the last word in the stem is "an," the answer must:
Begin with a consonant
Begin with a vowel
Begin with a prefix
End with a suffix
When answering a true/false question, it is important to remember that:
The entire statement must be true for the answer to be "true"
If the question includes a qualifying word, it is false
If the question includes a qualifying word, it is true
Short statements are usually true, and long statements are usually false
If an industry professional visits your class as a guest speaker, it is recommended that you ask all BUT which of the following questions?
What do you like most about your job?
How much money do you make?
What do you like least about your job?
Where would you recommend I look for a job opening?
Who typically owns a franchise?
An individual
A corporation
A large national salon chain
None of these answers are correct
When preparing your employment portfolio, it is recommended that:
All summaries and letters are handwritten
You refrain from breaking it up into section
You exclude photographs from your materials
You include a statement that explains what you love about your new career
The process of establishing contacts that may eventually lead to a job and that help you gain valuable info about the workings of various establishments is called:
Socializing
Networking
Brainstorming
Cramming
It is recommended that you wait ____ before making a follow-up call after sending a prospective employer your resume and cover letter.
1 day
3 days
1 week
2 weeks
Conflict is bad for:
Everyone in the salon
You
Your co-workers
All of these answers are correct
To be successful in sales, you need:
Ambition
Determination
A good personality
All of these answers are correct
When offering advice to clients about retail products, you should be:
Aggressive & focused
Honest & sincere
Reserved & withdrawn
Reluctant & agitated
When following the recommended sales method, what is the LAST thing you should do before closing the sale?
Determine the client's needs.
Recommend products based on the client's needs
Emphasize the benefits of the product
Establish a rapport with the clients
The location you select for your salon should?
Have easy access
Offer handicap access
Be based on the needs of your primary clientele
All of these answers are correct
What are stockholders?
Partners in a partnership
Part owners in an LLC
Part owners in a corporation
Sole proprietors who take on partners
A standard business owners policy does NOT include which type of coverage
Property
Liability
Criminal
Health
You are respectful of others when you:
Exercise good manners
Refrain from interrupting people
Practice being a good listener
All of these answers are correct
People communicate through:
Words
Facial expressions
Body language
All of these answers are correct
Clients should be instructed to arrive at the salon ______early to fill out the client consultation form.
5 mins
10 mins
15 mins
30 mins
To practice dealing with unhappy clients, it is recommended that you ____ with a classmate.
Role-play both sides of the issue
Role-play the nail technicians side of the issue
Role-play the clients side of the issue
Role-play either side of the issue
Federal Agencies:
Place limits on the types of services you can perform in the salon
Set guidelines for the sale of equipment used in salons.
Set guidelines for the use of equipment used in salons.
All of these answers are correct
When mitosis occurs, a cell divides into two new cells, which are called:
Myopic cells
Microbal cells
Sibling cells
Daughter cells
Inflammation causes the creation of ____ in the area around an injury.
Pus
Cytoplasm
Protoplasm
Cilia
Which of the following is a common contagious disease that will prevent a nail technician from performing services for a client?
Ringworm
Common cold
Conjunctivitis (pink eye)
All of these answers are correct
Which of the following can enter the body through broken skin?
Bacteria
Viruses
Fungi
All of these answers are correct
What is the accepted method of testing an autoclave?
Disinfection test
Wax melt test
Spore test
All of these answers are correct
All EPA disinfects generally require ___ of contact on precleaned, hard, non porous surfaces
5 mins
10 mins
30 mins
90 mins
To mix a bleach solution, you should add how much household bleach to 1 gallon of water?
3/4 cup
1-1/2 cups
1/2 gallon
1 gallon
Disinfectant containers should be:
Covered and airtight
Covered but not airtight
Uncovered
Partly covered
If a client's skin breaks and bleeds on a towel, what should you do with the towel?
Dispose of it
Soak it in disinfectant for 10 minutes
Toss it in with the other towels to be laundered
Soak it in hot water for 10 mins
It is important to wear ____ while disinfecting nonelectrical tools and implements.
A face mask
Protective eyewear
Gloves
All of these answers are correct
Anatomy is the study of the:
Tiny structures found in living tissues
Human skeletal system
Human body structures that can be seen with the naked eye
Functions and activities of the human body structures
Blood:
Provides oxygen to the cells
Provides nutrients to the cells
Removes carbon dioxide from cells
All of these answers are correct
The gastrointestinal system is another name for the ____ system?
Endocrine
Pulmonary
Digestive
Circulatory
The ___ covers the front shin and bends the foot upward and inward.
Gastrocnemius
Soleus
Extensor digitorium longus
Tibialis anterior
The pericardium surrounds which organs?
The brain
The heart
The liver
The stomach
Nail technicians are NOT allowed to:
Diagnose illnesses
Diagnose abnormal conditions
Treat abnormal conditions
All these answers are correct
The surface of healthy skin is:
Slightly acidic
Very acidic
Slightly alkaline
Very alkaline
Sebum:
Helps keep skin dry
Gives hair its color
Keeps the skin pliable
Is produced in smaller quantities when a person is emotionally stressed
A person with foul-smelling perspiration may have which condition?
Hyperhidrosis
Hematoma
Miliaria Rubra
Bromhidrosis
Which of the following can cause a client's sensitivity to a product that previously caused no ill effect?
Repeated exposure
Medication
Illness
Aging
The lunula is the:
Tissue that connects the nail unit to the bone
Part of the nail plate that extends over the tip of the finger
Visible part of the matrix
Fold of normal skin that surrounds the nail plate
How many nail layers of nail cells make up the nail plate?
1 to 5
About 100
250 to 300
More than 1,000
A pregnant woman's nails tend to start growing faster during the ___ trimester.
First
Second
Third
Fourth
How long does it typically take for the natural fingernail to be replaced?
4 to 6 months
8 to 12 months
6 to 8 weeks
7 to 10 months
Which of the following is another term for hangnail?
Agnail
Bruised nails
Nail pterygium
Plicatured nail
As a nail professional, you are allowed to:
Cut the living skin around the natural nail plate
Remove the thin layer of dead cuticle tissue on the nail plate
Cut any skin as long as you have the client's consent
None of these answers are correct
Leukonychia spots will go away when:
The client's diet improves
An opaque nail enhancement is applied
The nail grows out
Leukonychia spots never go away
If a client has nail pterygium, you should NOT:
Refer her to a physician if it shows signs of infection
Recommend a conditioning oil
Recommend a conditioning cream
Push the extension of skin back with an instrument
Infections are caused by:
Poor nutrition
Water
Cold water
Large numbers of bacteria or fungi on a surface
A typical bacterial infection on the nail plate usually changes from:
Red to orange yo yellow to brown
Yellow to green to brown to black
Yellow to white to pink to black
Yellow to blue to black to green
Chemistry deals with the ____ of matter and how matter changes under different conditions.
Composition
Structures
Properties
All of these answers are correct
Any substance that occupies space and has mass is considered:
Energy
Matter
An element
An atom
The structural units that make up the elements are called:
Particles
Cells
Molecules
Atoms
When water freezes and becomes ice, it undergoes;
A physical change
A chemical change
An exothermic reaction
Osmosis
A ____ is a chemical combination of mater in definite proportions.
Physical mixture
Pure substance
Solution
Suspension
If two liquids are incapable of being mixed into a stable solution, they are considered:
Soluble
Lipophilic
Miscible
Immiscible
How many naturally occurring elements are there?
25
43
90
109
What percentage of the human body is composed of chemicals?
30%
85%
55%
100%
A(N) ____ is a substance that improves adhesion.
Acrylic
Corrosive
Primer
Cross-link
Most, but not all, UV gels are based on:
Crimsoacrylates
Methacrylates
Acrylates
Cyanoacrylates
The recommended strategy for selling a product is:
Talking about its benefits while using it on the client.
Placing it in the client's hand and asking if you can add it to her ticket
Both of these answers are correct
Neither of these answers is correct.
Which of the following is an insulator?
Water
Gold
Glass
All of these answers are correct
Which of the following devices typically uses direct current?
Television
Mounted light fixtures
Cordless electric drill
All of these answers are correct
What do catalysts use as an energy source?
Heat
Light
Neither of these answers is correct
Either of these answers is correct
Which part of a plug completes the circuit & carries the current safely away?
The "live" connection
The ground connection
The insulator
None of these answers are correct
Which part of a plug completes the circuit and carries the current safely away?
The "live" connection
The ground connection
The insulator
None of these answers are correct
Compared to non-acetone nail polish removers, acetone removers:
Work more slowly
Work more quickly
Work at the same speed
Are poorer solvents
During the manicure consultation, it is important to take into consideration:
The length of the client's fingers
The shape of the eponychium
What the client does for a living
All of these answers are correct
When performing a woman's nail polish application, it is typically recommended that you apply how many coats?
Two coats
Three coats
Four coats
Six coats
Using multiple layers of nail product when applying nail polish improves:
The longevity of the polish
The durability of the polish
Adhesion
All of these answers are correct
The pedicure foot bath must be:
Big enough to completely immerse both of the client's feet
Big enough to completely immerse one of the client's feet
Plumbed to hot water
Plumbed to cold water
Basin soak baths are commonly made of:
Plastic or wood
Glass or ceramic
Steel or ceramic
Plastic or steel
You should NOT use nippers on the feet of clients, who have:
Diabetes
Psoriasis
Neither of these answers are correct
Both of these answers are correct
Exfoliating agents commonly found in pedicure scrubs include:
Sea sand
Ground apricot kernels
Pumice
All of these answers are correct
The definitiion of ___ is "a method of manipulation of the body by rubbing, pinching, kneading, tapping, etc.
Reflexology
Massage
Effleurage
Aromatherapy
When performing a foot massaging on a client, the first recommended movement is to hold the foot just beneath the toes and:
Move the thumb outward on the bottom of the foot in a pulling motion
Gently grasp and release the foot several times
Rotate the entire foot in a circular motion
Gently sway the foot from side to side
Balanced bits that do not wobble or vibrate are referred to as:
Sealed bits
Grit bits
Diamond bits
Concentric bits
High-shine bits:
Cannot be effectively disinfected
Often last up to 5 years
Are commonly made of stainless steel
Are used on the nail with nail oil
When a bit is dropped, it should be replaced
Only if it lands on a hard surface
Always
Only if it is visibly damaged
Only if lands in liquid
When fitting tips to your clients, the tips you choose must:
Exactly cover the nail plate from sidewall to sidewall
Be slightly narrower than the nail plate
Be slightly wider than the nail plate
Be "stackable" so that several tips can be applied to cover the entire nail plate
The most popular type of nail wrap is the:
Fabric wrap
Paper wrap
Plastic wrap
Ceramic wrap
Clients who ___ are most likely to prefer a dip powder and adhesive enhancement
Have a skin sensitivity or allergy
Prefer a smoother nail enhancement
Like to remove their nail enhancement at the end of each day
Prefer a glitter effect on their nail enhancement
The portion of the maintenance service that involves applying enhancement product onto the new growth of nail is known as a(n)
Accomodation
Leveler
Rebalance
Backfill
It is recommended that you make sure that your disinfection container is filled with clean disinfectant solution at least ___ before your first service of the day
20 mins
10 mins
15 mins
30 mins
A nail technician performs the client consultation:
Before the client washes her hands
After beginning the nail wrap service
After greeting the client
After seating the client at the manicure table
Bead mix ratios are typically described as:
Dry, wet, or damp
Dry, medium, or wet
Small, medium, or large
Light, medium, or dark
It is recommended that you use a ____ abrasive for natural nail preparations and initial shaping during monomer liquid and polymer powder applications.
Medium-grit
Fine-grit
Coarse-grit
Very coarse-grit
A UV lamp is also known as:
UV bulb
UV light unit
Both of these answers are correct
Neither of these answers are correct
The most common UV Lamp on the market is the ___ lamp
9 watt
4 watt
10 watt
LED
During the post-service procedure, what do you do next after recommending retail products to the client?
Escort the client to the front desk
Advise the client on proper home maintenance
Thank the client for her business
Start preparing your work area for the next client
When cleaning the client's nails and removing the existing polish before a UV gel application, it is recommended that you start with:
The little finger on the left hand
The thumb on the left hand
The little finger on the right hand
The thumb on the right hand
After the gloss gel has cured and the inhibition layer has been removed, the next step in the one-color UV application procedure is to:
Clean the nail enhancement
Mass the hand and arm
Apply hand lotion
Apply nail oil
When using tips with UV gels, if the curve of the tip does not match the curve of the fingernail:
The tip can shatter like glass
The tip will be fine as long as you apply sufficient product
The tip can crack lengthwise down the center
The tip can break in two horizontally across the middle
When you finish the test, it is recommended that you:
Look it over to make sure you have answered every question
Change as many answers as possible
Immediately close the book and hand it in
All of these answers are correct
If the last word in a stem is "an," the answer must:
Begin with a consonant
Begin with a vowel
Begin with a prefiz
End with a suffix
The average independent salon has __ manicure tables and pedicure stations.
Two
Three
Four
Six
Where would you be MOST likely to find a value-priced nail salon?
A small building in which it is the only business
A luxury hotel
A shopping center
A high-end retail tower
Which of the following is generally considered the least expensive way to own your own nail business?
Starting a national salon chain
Starting an independent salon chain
Purchasing a franchise
Booth rental
When preparing your resume, you should:
List your abilities and accomplishments
Focus on your personal interest
Include a cover letter only if specifically instructed to do so
Exclude your contact information
You should avoid ___ when preparing your resume.
Stressing your accomplishments
Emphasizing transferable skills
Flowery language
Action verbs
You are likely to be asked all BUT which of the following questions at an interview?
What did you like best about your training?
How many clients can you bring to this salon?
What areas do you consider to be less strong?
What days and hours are you available for work?
When answering a question in an interview, it is recommended that you speak for no more than ___ at a time.
20 secs
60 secs
2 mins
5 mins
If you find yourself at a salon that does not use job descriptions, it is recommended that you:
Work without a job description
Write your own job description
Demand the manager write a job description for you
Look for work at a different salon
The term _____ refers to what you are actually paid for your work.
Compensation
Salary
Commission
Tips
The way a new nail technician is compensated will MOST likely change to a commission basis once she:
Proves that she can sell retail products well.
Requests that such a change be made
Establishes a client base.
Has worked at the salon for a few weeks.
A ____ is a percentage of the revenue that the salon takes in from sales earmarked for the practioner.
Commission
Salary
Hourly rate
Tip
Which of the following affects a nail technician's commission rate?
How long she has worked at the salon
The benefits in her employment package
Her performance level
All of these answers are correct
When selling a product, you should:
Speak in a relaxed manner
Take a confrontation approach
Demonstrate the product only if she first agrees to buy it
All of these answers are correct
A _____ statement is a description of the key strategic influences of the business, such as the market it will serve and the kinds of services it will offer.
Goal
Value
Mission
Vision
A ____ is a business that is owned by three or more people called stockholders.
Partnership
Corporation
LLC
Sole proprietorship
How many people own a partnership?
One
Two or more
No more than two
At least three
Which of the following is NOT a factor on which smooth business management depends?
Trained and experienced salon personnel
High service prices
Good business procedures
Excellent customer service
A typical salon spends less than 1 percent of its total gross income on which expenses?
Depreciation
Misc. expense
Telephone
Cleaning
Which of the following is NOT a recommended method of sharing your success with employees?
Providing staff members with a schedule of employee evaluations
Refraining from creating an official tipping policy
Creating incentives for employees
Putting your entire compensation structure or plan in writing
During slow periods, it is NOT customary for the receptionist to:
Straighten up the reception area
Maintain inventory
Maintain daily reports
Perform nail services
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