PSI Barbering Practice Exam

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What type of shears create patterns and texture in the hair?

Blending
Texturizing
Chunking
Thinning

The correct answer is: Chunking

Chunking shears are designed to remove a significant amount of hair while creating patterns and texture. They typically have a wider spacing between teeth, which allows for more hair to be cut at once. This makes them especially effective for cutting into the hair to create layered, textured looks and to reduce bulk without compromising the overall shape of the hairstyle. In contrast, blending shears are used to seamlessly blend different lengths of hair, texturizing shears focus on removing weight and adding volume, and thinning shears primarily reduce bulk without altering the length significantly. Each type of shear serves a distinct purpose, but chunking shears specifically excel at creating noticeable texture and patterns in the hair.