The purpose of a strand test is:

• To see if the client will like the colour

• To check the development of the colour

• To check the strength of the colour

• To isolate stands of hair for further colouring

The purpose of elasticity test is to determine the condition of the:

• Cuticle

• Cortex

• Medulla

• Hair

If there was a positive result following a skin test, the hairdresser must:

• Not proceed with the colour

• Apply a different colour

• Tell the client to visit a doctor

• Proceed with the colour

During a porosity test, the hair ruffles and knots, This is a sign that the hair is?

• In good condition

• Has been texturised

• Has a damaged cuticle

• Has a damaged cortex

Carrying out a colour application following a positive skin test could result in:

• An allergic reaction to the colour

• No reaction to the colour

• An allergic reaction to hydrogen peroxide

• No reaction to the hydrogen peroxide

Why is it important to record client responses to questioning and to record the test results.

• For future reference, to ensure the correct service is carried out and they may be used in possible legal disputes.

• To ensure enough time is allocated for the service and to establish a good relationship with the client.

• To ensure that the melanin is oxidised and the colour result meets with the client requirements.

• For future stock control, to ensure enough product is available for use and for client comfort.

It is important to follow manufacturers instructions for skin testing in order to identify:

• Hair growth patterns

• The strength of hydrogen peroxide

• Allergic reactions

• The correct skin tone.

What is the most important influence of test results to the colouring service?

• They determine the amount of product to use

• They determine the cost of the product

• They determine the extra development time required

• They determine the suitability of a product or service

On a colour wheel, which colours neutralise the primary colours red, yellow and blue?

• Green, Violet and orange

• Yellow, blue and red

• Red, violet and orange

• Green, Blue and yellow

How do different strengths of hydrogen peroxide influence colouring and lightening?

• Hydrogen peroxide does not affect the lifting result

• The lower the strength of hydrogen peroxide the greater the lifting result of the product.

• The higher the strength of hydrogen peroxide the lower the lifting result of the product.

• The higher the strength of the hydrogen peroxide the greater the lifting result of the product.