Written exam
Washington Cosmetology State Board Practice Test
National Hair Design Theory Examination, given by PROV
The Washington Cosmetology written exam has 110 questions (100 scored), gives you 90 minutes, needs a scaled score of 75 to pass, and costs $169. PROV gives it.
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Washington Cosmetology practice questions
Five questions from the Washington paper. Tap an answer and you see right away if you got it. No account needed.
Question 1 of 5
Why should salon workers avoid cleaning hands using surface disinfectants?
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Question 2 of 5
Which component of a whirlpool footbath must be removed and scrubbed with a brush during cleaning?
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Question 3 of 5
What tube-like pocket in the skin surrounds the root and anchors the strand?
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Question 4 of 5
What is the technical term for classic dandruff that produces large flakes and an itchy scalp?
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Question 5 of 5
Which fluid created by tissue inflammation contains white blood cells, dead cells, and bacteria?
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The paper at a glance
- Testing vendor
- PROV
- Questions
- 110
- Scored questions
- 100
- Minutes
- 90
- To pass
- A scaled score of 75.
- Fee
- $169
- Languages
- English, Spanish, Korean, Vietnamese
- 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.
| Topic | Share of the paper | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| Hair Care and Services | 55% | 55 |
| Scientific Concepts | 45% | 45 |
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Questions people ask
- How many questions is the Cosmetology written exam in Washington?
- 110 questions, 100 of them scored. You get 90 minutes.
- What do I need to pass?
- A scaled score of 75.
- Which languages can I take it in?
- English, Spanish, Korean, Vietnamese. You pick the language when you book.
- What does it cost to take the exam?
- In Washington, the exam costs $169.
- Is there a hands-on exam too?
- Yes. Washington also has a hands-on exam for this license, apart from the written one.