West Virginia Barber Written Practice Exam

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What is the difference between shears and scissors?

Shears are longer than 6 inches and scissors are less than 6 inches
Shears are made of steel and scissors are made of plastic
Shears have curved blades and scissors have straight blades
Shears have handles and scissors do not

The correct answer is: Shears are longer than 6 inches and scissors are less than 6 inches

The correct answer is A. Shears are typically longer than 6 inches, while scissors are usually less than 6 inches in length. This distinction is important in the barbering profession as shears are commonly used for cutting hair due to their longer blades, which provide more cutting power and accuracy. In contrast, scissors are often used for more detailed work or trimming due to their smaller size and maneuverability. Options B, C, and D are incorrect because they do not accurately differentiate between shears and scissors based on their typical size, blade shape, or handle design.