Colorado Cosmetology Written Practice Exam

What is a weight line in a haircut?

1. A line used for parting hair sections

2. A technique to add volume

3. Visual line where the ends of the hair hang together

4. An indicator for hair texture

The correct answer is: A line used for parting hair sections

A weight line in a haircut is a line used for parting hair sections. Option B is incorrect because a weight line is not used to add volume, rather it is used to create structure and balance in a haircut. Option C is incorrect because the visual line in a haircut is determined by the desired shape and style, not necessarily by where the ends of the hair hang together. Option D is incorrect because a weight line has nothing to do with hair texture, it is strictly used for creating sections in a haircut.