PSI Barbering Practice Exam

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What proportion of men experience some degree of hair loss by age 50?

20 percent
40 percent
50 percent
80 percent

The correct answer is: 80 percent

By age 50, a significant proportion of men, approximately 80 percent, experience some degree of hair loss. This statistic reflects the commonality of male-pattern baldness, which is largely influenced by genetic factors and hormonal changes that occur with aging. The prevalence of hair loss increases as men grow older, with many experiencing varying degrees of thinning or balding by this age. Understanding the extent of hair loss can help both barbers and clients approach hair care and styling more effectively, acknowledging the changing nature of a client's hair as they age.