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Free Skin & Scalp Disorders – Barber License Exam 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 a wheal, and what commonly causes it?

Answer: A wheal is a smooth, raised, itchy bump with an irregular shape, commonly caused by an allergic reaction or insect bite (e.g., hives).

Question 2

What type of skin lesion is a bulla?

Answer: A bulla is a large blister containing a watery fluid, similar to a vesicle but larger than 0.5 cm in diameter.

Question 3

What is the medical term for any disease or disorder of the skin?

Answer: Dermatosis is the general term for any disease or disorder of the skin.

Question 4

What is the difference between a primary and a secondary skin lesion?

Answer: Primary lesions are the initial, direct result of a skin disorder (e.g., papules, pustules), while secondary lesions develop from changes to primary lesions, such as crusts or scars.

Question 5

What is a macule?

Answer: A macule is a flat, discolored spot on the skin that is neither raised nor depressed, such as a freckle.