Manicuring is _________

• the application and removal of nail polish

• the least popular service in the salon

• a basic skill that all cosmetologists are licensed to perform

• the art of caring for and beautifying the hands and nails

The list of services you are legally allowed to perform in your specialty in your state is known as your __________.

• price list

• scope of practice

• scope of business

• limited liability practice

You can usually find details about your state’s scope of practice for cosmetologists __________.

• by visiting the district court offices

• by asking coworkers

• online

• in newspapers

Aleeah should select a client nail chair that has __________.

• wheels and high arms

• no wheels and high arms

• no wheels and low arms

• wheels and low arms

When choosing a manicure table, Martin should select a table that __________.

• is at least 24 inches wide

• is no more than 36 inches long.

• has an impenetrable surface, such as glass

• does not have drawers and shelves

All of the following would be appropriate ventilation systems for Kayla’s salon EXCEPT (a)   .

• ventilated table with filters

• strong fans and open windows

• local-source-capture ventilation system

• portable downdraft vent machine.

Electric dryers use (a)   to speed evaporation of solvents from nail polishes.

• an automatic mist of drying agents

• heaters and fans

• cool-air fans

• solvents

It is recommended that you use a (a)   in the adjustable lamp attached to your manicure table.

• 12-watt bulb

• 75- to 100-watt incandescent bulb

• 40- to 60-watt incandescent bulb

• UV bulb

The cosmetologist’s nail chair should be selected for comfort, durability, resistance to staining, ease of cleaning, and (a)   .

• ergonomics

• structure

• aesthetic design

• size and weight

The client’s arm cushion (a)   .

• should be left uncovered

• must be covered with plastic wrap or wax paper

• should be covered only at the client’s request

• must be covered with a fresh, clean towel for each client