Red Seal Cosmetology Practice Exam

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What is the name of the small, cone-shaped elevation located at the base of the hair follicle?

Sebaceous gland
Dermal papilla
Hair bulb
Arrector pili muscle

The correct answer is: Dermal papilla

The dermal papilla is the small, cone-shaped elevation at the base of the hair follicle, which provides nourishment to the hair bulb. The sebaceous gland and arrector pili muscle are both located near the hair follicle, but they do not form the cone-shaped elevation. The hair bulb is the structure within the hair follicle that produces the actual hair shaft, but it is not shaped like a cone. Therefore, B is the best answer choice as it accurately describes the location and shape of the small elevation.