101 Life Skills

Question 1

The art and science of beauty care

Answer 1

Cosmetology

Question 2

How many hours do most people need to function properly

Answer 2

6-8

Question 3

What activity helps stimulate blood circulation in the body and encourage proper functioning of the organs?

Answer 3

Exercise

Question 4

The energy contained in food is measured in:

Answer 4

Calories

Question 5

An individual’s system of maintaining cleanliness and health is known as:

Answer 5

Personal hygiene

Question 6

Healthy, glowing skin is equally dependent on:

Answer 6

Rest, good nutrition, and exercise

Question 7

When applying makeup, contouring with light colors will always have what effect on the face?

Answer 7

Broadening

Question 8

An overly wide jaw can be visually narrowed by applying:

Answer 8

Darker contour cream to the outer areas of the jawline

Question 9

When performing chemical services, a salon professional should always wear:

Answer 9

Protective gloves

Question 10

Keeping the abdomen flat, the chin level, and the head up are key to having:

Answer 10

Good posture

Question 11

The science that looks at how work is performed and what body movements, tools, and equipment benefit the health and comfort of the salon professional and client

Answer 11

Ergonomics

Question 12

Prevent neck and back strain by:

Answer 12

Not reaching overhead for supplies

Question 13

Which type of shoe should be worn to reduce fatigue caused by standing for long periods of time?

Answer 13

Low, broad-heeled shoes

Question 14

Rotating footwear reduces fatigue, strengthens your arch, and ?

Answer 14

Makes footwear last longer

Question 15

Raising your feet on a stool during breaks is a preventative measure for helping to alleviate:

Answer 15

Foot and leg problems

Question 16

What condition occurs when tendons become inflamed?

Answer 16

Tendonitis

Question 17

Gripping with forces, bending your wrists a lot, and repeating a motion over and over are causes of:

Answer 17

Carpal tunnel syndrome

Question 18

Adjusting the height of the chair when working on a client will help prevent ____________ problems

Answer 18

Shoulder

Question 19

An inflammation of the fuid sac that lies between a tendon and skin or bone is called:

Answer 19

Bursitis

Question 20

Eye contact, smiling, and posture are all examples of:

Answer 20

Nonverbal communication

Question 21

The nearness of another to one’s personal space is known as:

Answer 21

Proximity

Question 22

The tone or inflection of your voice, level, and rate of speech all play a role in:

Answer 22

Verbal communication

Question 23

A 3 step approach to speaking with clarity includes:

Answer 23

Less is more, get to the point, focus on what is important

Question 24

Pronouncing words clearly, precisely, and accurately is referred to as:

Answer 24

Enunciation

Question 25

Changing the pitch of your voice while speaking is called:

Answer 25

Inflection

Question 26

The tempo used during a verbal exchange is called the:

Answer 26

Rate

Question 27

The strength of volume during a verbal exchange is called:

Answer 27

Force

Question 28

Closed-ended questions often begin with:

Answer 28

Would, do, did, could, or may

Question 29

Use of a prompting comment such as “go on” is an example of a listening strategy called:

Answer 29

Respond

Question 30

Translating what you heard into your own words is referred to as:

Answer 30

Paraphrasing

Question 31

Adjusting your behavior to ensure your messages are being understood, and adapting your approach is referred to as:

Answer 31

Flexing