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Free Shaving & Facial Hair – Barber License Exam Flashcards Practice Test (2026)

100 questions · 90 min · 70% to pass

100 Questions · 90 Minutes · 70% to Pass

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Sample Questions

Question 1

What is the part of a straight razor called that protects the blade when the razor is closed?

Answer: The handle, or scales, folds over to protect the blade when the razor is not in use. The blade pivots into the scales for safe storage.

Question 2

What is the purpose of a strop when used with a traditional straight razor?

Answer: A strop is used to align and polish the razor's edge before shaving, keeping the blade sharp and smooth without removing metal like a hone does.

Question 3

What term describes the flat, unsharpened back edge of a straight razor blade opposite the cutting edge?

Answer: The spine (or back) is the thick, dull edge of the straight razor blade. It provides rigidity and balance to the blade during shaving.

Question 4

What is the correct term for a straight razor that uses disposable blade inserts rather than a fixed, honed blade?

Answer: A shavette (also called a disposable-blade straight razor) uses replaceable blade inserts, making it the only straight-razor style permitted in many states for use on clients.

Question 5

What type of razor uses a single, replaceable blade cartridge and is considered safer for client use than a straight razor?

Answer: A safety razor uses a protective guard between the blade and the skin, reducing the risk of cuts. Its blade is replaceable after each client to maintain sanitation standards.