Test Mid-Term

Answer ALL questions. Choose the most appropriate option (A–D). Each question carries 2 marks

SECTION A: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (Q1–6)

1. Professional image in the salon includes:

A. Skill only

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B. Appearance, attitude, and behaviour

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C. Expensive tools only

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D. Social media presence

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2. Client confidentiality means:

A. Sharing client stories with colleagues

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B. Keeping client information private

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C. Recording all conversations publicly

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D. Ignoring client data

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3. Which is an example of professional misconduct?

A. Being punctual

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B. Maintaining hygiene

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C. Gossiping about clients

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D. Wearing clean uniforms

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4. Effective consultation involves:

A. Talking more than the client

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B. Listening and analysing client needs

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C. Ignoring scalp condition

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D. Rushing the process

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5. Continuing professional development (CPD) ensures:

A. Skill stagnation

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B. Updated knowledge and competence

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C. Reduced learning

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D. Less responsibility

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6. Time management in the salon helps to:

A. Delay clients

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B. Improve efficiency and service delivery

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C. Reduce income

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D. Increase complaints

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SECTION B: SALON ECOLOGY, SANITATION & MICROBIOLOGY (Q7–16)

Salon ecology includes:

Only decoration

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Environmental responsibility and hygiene practices

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Staff salaries

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Marketing

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Sanitation refers to:

A. Killing all microorganisms

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B. Cleaning to reduce dirt and microbes

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C. Using perfumes

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D. Sterilization only

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9. Disinfection is:

A. Removal of visible dirt

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B. Destruction of most microorganisms (except spores)

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C. Killing all life forms

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D. Dry cleaning

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Sterilization is defined as:

A. Basic cleaning

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B. Killing all microorganisms including spores

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C. Reducing bacteria D. Air drying tools

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D. Air drying tools

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Which organism is most commonly linked to dandruff?

A. Virus

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B. Fungus

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C. Parasite

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D. Algae

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Bacteria are:

A. Always harmful

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B. Microscopic single-celled organisms

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C. Visible insects

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D. Only found in water

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13. Pathogenic bacteria are:

A. Harmless

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B. Disease-causing

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C. Useful bacteria

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D. Dead cells

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14. Cross-contamination occurs when:

A. Tools are sterilized

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B. Microorganisms transfer from one surface/person to another

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C. Clients wash hair

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D. Towels are dried

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Which is the most effective method for sterilization in salons?

A. Soap and water

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B. UV cabinet only

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C. Autoclave

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D. Air drying

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16. Single-use items are important because they:

A. Reduce costs

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B. Prevent infection spread

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C. Increase waste

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D. Slow service

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SECTION C: ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY OF THE SCALP (Q17–24)

17. The dermis layer contains:

A. Dead cells

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B. Blood vessels and nerves

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C. Hair shaft only

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D. Cuticle

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18. The hair bulb is responsible for:

A. Hair colour

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B. Hair growth and cell division

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C. Hair texture only

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D. Styling

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19. Melanin determines:

A. Hair strength

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B. Hair colour

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C. Hair length

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D. Hair thickness

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20. The arrector pili muscle causes:

A. Hair growth

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B. Goosebumps

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C. Oil production

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D. Hair breakage

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21. Sebum helps to:

A. Dry the scalp

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B. Lubricate hair and scalp

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C. Remove pigment

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D. Cause hair loss

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The anagen phase is:

A. Resting phase

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B. Growth phase

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C. Shedding phase

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D. Transition phase

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23. The catagen phase is:

A. Active growth

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B. Transitional phase

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C. Shedding phase

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D. Permanent phase

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Telogen phase involves:

A. Hair growth

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B. Hair shedding

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C. Pigment formation

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D. Oil production

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Ohm’s law explains the relationship between:

A. Heat and light

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B. Voltage, current, and resistance

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C. Water and electricity

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D. Speed and energy

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26. Voltage is:

A. Flow of electrons

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B. Electrical pressure

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C. Resistance

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D. Heat

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27. Resistance is:

A. Ease of current flow

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B. Opposition to current flow

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C. Electrical pressure

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D. Power

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28. A circuit breaker is used to:

A. Increase voltage

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B. Prevent overload and fire

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C. Store energy

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D. Generate current

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29. Insulators are materials that

A. Conduct electricity

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B. Prevent current flow

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C. Increase voltage

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D. Store heat

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30. Overloading sockets can lead to:

A. Efficiency

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B. Electrical hazards

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C. Better performance

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D. Reduced heat

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SECTION E: CHEMISTRY (Q31–36)

31. pH below 7 indicates:

A. Neutral

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B. Alkaline

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C. Acidic

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D. Toxic

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Alkaline substances have pH:

A. Below 7

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B. Equal to 7

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C. Above 7

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D. Zero

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33. Keratin is:

A. Lipid

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B. Protein

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C. Mineral

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D. Acid

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34. Oxidation is:

A. Gain of electrons

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B. Loss of electrons

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C. Neutral reaction

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D. Mixing substances

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35. Reduction is:

A. Loss of electrons

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B. Gain of electrons

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C. Heating process

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D. Cooling process

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36. Chemical bonds in hair responsible for strength include:

A. Hydrogen bonds only

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B. Disulfide bonds

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C. Salt bonds only

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D. Peptide bonds only

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SECTION F: SALON BUSINESS (Q37–41)

37. Fixed costs include:

A. Shampoo

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B. Rent

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C. Conditioner

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D. Towels

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38. Variable costs include:

A. Rent

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B. Salaries

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C. Products used per client

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D. Insurance

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39. Break-even point is when:

A. Profit is maximum

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B. Income equals expenses

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C. Loss occurs

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D. Sales stop

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Customer retention refers to:

A. Attracting new clients only

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B. Keeping existing clients

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C. Reducing services

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D. Increasing prices

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41. Branding helps to:

A. Confuse clients

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B. Create identity and recognition

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C. Reduce income

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D. Delay growth

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SECTION G: TRICHOLOGY (Q42–46)

42. Alopecia areata is:

A. Permanent baldness

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B. Autoimmune hair loss condition

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C. Fungal infection

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D. Bacterial infection

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43. Androgenetic alopecia involves:

A. Trauma

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B. Hormonal influence (DHT)

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C. Infection

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D. Poor hygiene

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Telogen effluvium is caused by:

A. Genetic factors only

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B. Stress or shock to the system

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C. Infection only

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D. Styling

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45. Seborrheic dermatitis is associated with:

A. Dry scalp only

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B. Excess oil and inflammation

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C. Bone disease

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D. Muscle pain

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46. Healthy hair growth depends on:

A. Styling only

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B. Blood supply and nutrition

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C. Colour products

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D. Cutting

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SECTION H: CHEMICAL RELAXER & TEXTURISING (Q47–50)

Chemical relaxers break:

A. Hydrogen bonds

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B. Disulfide bonds

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C. Peptide bonds

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D. Salt bonds

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48. Sodium hydroxide relaxers are:

A. Mild

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B. Strong alkaline

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C. Acidic

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D. Neutral

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49. Overlapping relaxer application can cause:

A. Healthy hair

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B. Breakage and damage

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C. Faster growth

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D. Shine

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50. Neutralization after relaxing is important to:

A. Style hair

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B. Restore pH and stop chemical action

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C. Dry hair

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D. Add colour

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