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NIC National Barber Theory Exam — Practice Exam

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Our NIC Barber Theory bank has 21 questions on this topic. Here are 4 of them with answers; the full mock exam draws from every topic, like the real one.

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Question 1

Which clipper guard number typically leaves the longest hair?

  1. #1
  2. #0
  3. #8
  4. #2
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C. #8 — #1 ≈ 1/8 inch; #8 ≈ 1 inch on many brands.

Question 2

Which comb is best for clipper-over-comb work?

  1. A thin, flexible tapered barber comb
  2. A boar-bristle round brush
  3. A rattail comb with a metal tail
  4. A wide-tooth detangling comb or a pick for curly hair
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A. A thin, flexible tapered barber comb — It holds hair at a precise distance.

Question 3

Which razor holding position is most common for the first freehand stroke on the right side of the face?

  1. Palm down with the blade open fully backward
  2. Reverse backhand only
  3. Freehand position, with the edge facing the barber
  4. Backhand position, with the edge facing away from the barber
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C. Freehand position, with the edge facing the barber — Strokes vary by area of the face.

Question 4

Why should electrical tools never be placed in water or liquid disinfectant?

  1. It makes them work better
  2. They can be damaged and cause electric shock
  3. They are waterproof
  4. Liquid makes the blades sharper
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B. They can be damaged and cause electric shock — Use sprays or wipes for electrical tools.

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