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New York Cosmetology State Board Exam Practice Test

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Sample Questions

Question 1

What term describes the angle at which the fingers are held when cutting a section of hair?

Answer: Cutting angle, also called the finger angle or cutting line, determines the shape and weight distribution of the finished haircut.

Question 2

What is the definition of 'elevation' in hair cutting?

Answer: Elevation is the angle at which a section of hair is held, or lifted, away from the head prior to cutting, measured in degrees from 0 to 180.

Question 3

What elevation produces a one-length or blunt haircut with maximum weight at the perimeter?

Answer: Zero degrees (0°) elevation, where the hair is combed straight down to its natural fall before cutting.

Question 4

What elevation is used to create a uniform layer haircut?

Answer: 90-degree elevation (straight out from the head) distributes weight evenly and creates a fully layered, uniform result.

Question 5

What is a 'guide' (also called a guideline) in hair cutting?

Answer: A guide is the first cut section of hair that establishes the length and direction for all subsequent sections to be measured against.