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New Jersey Cosmetology State Board Practice Test

NIC New Jersey Cosmetologist-Hair Stylist Theory Examination, given by Prometric (IQT)

The New Jersey Cosmetology written exam has 120 questions (110 scored), gives you 120 minutes, needs 83 of 110 scored questions to pass, and costs $53. Prometric (IQT) gives it.

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New Jersey Cosmetology practice questions

Five questions from the New Jersey paper. Tap an answer and you see right away if you got it. No account needed.

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  1. Question 1 of 5

    A woman has excessive coarse, dark hair growth in a beard-like pattern across her chin and upper lip. What term describes this condition?

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  2. Question 2 of 5

    How should shampoo be prepared for even application?

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  3. Question 3 of 5

    Which body system covers and holds the skeletal system in place?

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  4. Question 4 of 5

    After towel drying, a client's long hair hangs below shoulder level. How should you keep these lengths clear while changing drapes?

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  5. Question 5 of 5

    Which action is unsafe when dealing with a blocked lint screen on a blowdryer?

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The paper at a glance

Testing vendor
Prometric (IQT)
Questions
120
Scored questions
110
Minutes
120
To pass
75 percent, or 83 of 110 scored questions
Fee
$53
Languages
Not published
Hands-on exam
Yes, a separate hands-on exam

What the paper weighs

The share of the paper each topic carries, as this state publishes it.

TopicShare of the paperQuestions
Hair Care and Services45%45
Scientific Concepts35%35
Skin Care and Services10%10
Nail Care and Services10%10

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How many questions is the Cosmetology written exam in New Jersey?
120 questions, 110 of them scored. You get 120 minutes.
What do I need to pass?
75 percent, or 83 of 110 scored questions
What does it cost to take the exam?
In New Jersey, the exam costs $53.
Is there a hands-on exam too?
Yes. New Jersey also has a hands-on exam for this license, apart from the written one.