Free Arkansas State Law Examination (Cosmetology and Related Occupations) Practice Questions

Sample Practice Questions

Try these 10 sample questions from the Arkansas State Law Examination (Cosmetology and Related Occupations) practice bank. Each includes the answer and explanation. Continue with the interactive practice above to review the full question set.

1. 1An Arkansas licensee wants to confirm which activity falls within the statutory definition of an aesthetician. Which activity qualifies?

   1. A.Waxing the body for beautificationCorrect answer: A
   2. B.Permanently destroying hair with an electric needle
   3. C.Cutting and building fingernails
   4. D.Chemically waving scalp hair

   Explanation: Arkansas defines an aesthetician as a person beautifying the body by "cleaning, waxing, externally manipulating, or stimulating the body." Waxing fits that definition; the other choices belong to other licensed branches.

   Reference: Ar Cosmetology Law (2025) — Arkansas Code § 17-26-102(a)(1)

2. 2A practitioner is paid to beautify a client's skin using lotions and creams. Under Arkansas law, what makes this work cosmetology services?

   1. A.Use of licensed premises
   2. B.Completion by appointment
   3. C.Receipt of compensationCorrect answer: C
   4. D.Use of cosmetic preparation

   Explanation: The rule defines cosmetology services as "any work performed for compensation in any form" by a person engaged in the art of cosmetology.

   Reference: Final_Cosmo and Body Art Rules 17CARpt.54-Markup updated — 17 CAR § 54-201(10)

3. 3Which hair-removal method is within Arkansas's temporary hair-removal definition for cosmetology rather than the separate practice of electrology?

   1. A.Electric needle
   2. B.TweezersCorrect answer: B
   3. C.Medical laser
   4. D.Light-wave epilation

   Explanation: The Act includes temporary removal with "depilatories or by the use of tweezers, chemicals, or preparations" and excludes light waves. An electric needle is part of electrology.

   Reference: Ar Cosmetology Law (2025) — Arkansas Code § 17-26-102(b)(4) and (c)

4. 4Which Arkansas license category specifically covers permanent destruction of body hair with an electric needle?

   1. A.Aesthetician
   2. B.Manicurist
   3. C.Registered hairstylist
   4. D.ElectrologistCorrect answer: D

   Explanation: An electrologist is defined as a person who permanently removes or destroys hair "by the use of an electric needle" or a device designed for permanent removal.

   Reference: Final_Cosmo and Body Art Rules 17CARpt.54-Markup updated — 17 CAR § 54-201(15)

5. 5What is the minimum age stated in the Arkansas statute for admission to an initial aesthetician licensing examination?

   1. A.16 yearsCorrect answer: A
   2. B.15 years
   3. C.18 years
   4. D.21 years

   Explanation: Arkansas Code § 17-26-304 requires an applicant to be "not less than sixteen (16) years of age."

   Reference: Ar Cosmetology Law (2025) — Arkansas Code § 17-26-304(1)

6. 6When may an Arkansas aesthetics graduate who owes the Department a financial obligation become eligible to examine?

   1. A.After paying one-half of the debt
   2. B.After paying the debt in fullCorrect answer: B
   3. C.After signing a payment plan
   4. D.After the next renewal cycle

   Explanation: 17 CAR § 54-203(b) states that a person owing a financial obligation to the Department "will be deemed ineligible to examine until the debt is paid in full."

   Reference: Final_Cosmo and Body Art Rules 17CARpt.54-Markup updated — 17 CAR § 54-203(b)

7. 7After passing the aesthetician examinations, where does the Arkansas license authorize practice upon the public?

   1. A.Licensed body-art establishment
   2. B.Licensed cosmetological establishmentCorrect answer: B
   3. C.Unlicensed treatment room
   4. D.Retail cosmetics counter

   Explanation: A license entitles its holder to practice the specified branch "upon the public in a licensed cosmetological establishment."

   Reference: Ar Cosmetology Law (2025) — Arkansas Code § 17-26-312(b)

8. 8What score does Arkansas require on the written examination pertaining to the mandated curriculum and on the State Law Examination?

   1. A.65
   2. B.75
   3. C.70Correct answer: C
   4. D.80

   Explanation: The grades rule requires "a grade of seventy (70)" in the written examination and the state law exam.

   Reference: Final_Cosmo and Body Art Rules 17CARpt.54-Markup updated — 17 CAR § 54-203(g)(1)

9. 9How may an Arkansas aesthetician satisfy the individual license-display requirement while working?

   1. A.Display it conspicuously and keep it at the principal residence
   2. B.Wear it only during inspection or keep it at the school
   3. C.Display it conspicuously or wear it while practicingCorrect answer: C
   4. D.Carry a school diploma or an establishment-license copy

   Explanation: Every licensee must either display the license conspicuously at the work location or "wear the license on his or her person while practicing cosmetology."

   Reference: Ar Cosmetology Law (2025) — Arkansas Code § 17-26-316(a)

10. 10Which passing score applies to the official Arkansas practical licensing examination?

    1. A.65
    2. B.70
    3. C.85
    4. D.75Correct answer: D

    Explanation: 17 CAR § 54-203(g)(1) provides: "A passing grade of seventy-five (75) is required in the practical examination."

    Reference: Final_Cosmo and Body Art Rules 17CARpt.54-Markup updated — 17 CAR § 54-203(g)(1)