Red Seal Cosmetology Practice Exam

What does overdirection achieve in hair cutting?

1. A method to sharpen scissors

2. Creating equal lengths throughout the haircut

3. Creating increasing lengths in the interior or perimeter

4. A way to dry hair faster

The correct answer is: Creating increasing lengths in the interior or perimeter

Overdirection is a hair cutting technique used to create increasing lengths in the interior or perimeter of a haircut. This involves combing the hair towards the opposite direction of its natural fall before cutting, resulting in longer strands of hair. Option A, sharpening scissors, is not directly related to overdirection and can be achieved through other methods. Option B, creating equal lengths, does not involve the use of overdirection. Option D, drying hair faster, is not a desired outcome of overdirection in hair cutting.