TX BAR Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield TX BAR facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. What is the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims in Texas? → Two years from the date of injury
2. Which of the following future interests is held by a third party rather than the grantor? → Remainder
3. The merger doctrine terminates an easement when: → The dominant and servient estates come under common ownership
4. The work product doctrine primarily protects: → Materials prepared by an attorney or representative in anticipation of litigation
5. Which part of the hair is responsible for its color? → Cortex
6. What is the purpose of using a disinfectant in a barbershop? → To kill germs and bacteria on tools and surfaces
7. During a permanent wave (perm) service, the neutralizer is applied in order to: → Stop the waving action and re-form disulfide bonds in the new shape
8. Which type of bacteria is responsible for causing tuberculosis and is a key concern in barber sanitation protocols? → Mycobacterium tuberculosis
9. An experienced Texas barber agrees to mentor a new barber student. Which of the following represents the most ethical approach to mentorship? → Providing honest guidance, constructive feedback, and modeling professional conduct
10. Tinea capitis is a scalp condition caused by which type of pathogen? → Fungus
11. When disposing of a used single-blade razor in a Texas barbershop, the blade must be placed in a: → Puncture-resistant sharps container
12. Which scenario best illustrates the 'but-for' test for actual causation in a negligence claim? → The plaintiff's injury would not have occurred but for the defendant's negligent act
13. The outermost protective layer of the hair shaft composed of overlapping scales is the: → Cuticle
14. Under the Texas standard possession order, on which days does a non-primary parent typically exercise possession during the school year? → First, third, and fifth weekends plus Thursday evenings during the school year
15. For a restrictive covenant to run with the land at law, which element is NOT required? → The covenant must be recorded in the county deed records
16. Under modern Commerce Clause doctrine after Lopez and Morrison, Congress may regulate which of the following? → The channels of interstate commerce
17. Under TRE 803(4), a statement made for medical diagnosis or treatment is admissible if it: → Describes medical history or symptoms reasonably pertinent to diagnosis or treatment
18. What is the approximate pH range of a lye (sodium hydroxide) hair relaxer? → 12.0–14.0
19. Under TRE 801(e)(2), an admission by a party-opponent is classified as: → Not hearsay, making it freely admissible as substantive evidence
20. Under Texas Estates Code §254.005, a no-contest (in terrorem) clause in a will is: → Enforceable, but a contest brought with just cause or probable cause will not trigger it
21. Which clipper guard number leaves the least amount of hair (shortest cut)? → #0
22. Under Texas law, within how many days after a judgment is signed must a motion for new trial be filed? → 30 days
23. When mixing a disinfectant solution for a Texas barbershop, what is the most important step to take before mixing? → Read and follow the manufacturer's label instructions and dilution ratio
24. What is the effect of a Texas court order terminating parental rights on the former parent's prospective child support obligation? → Prospective child support obligation terminates upon entry of the termination order
25. Texturizing (thinning) shears reduce bulk by: → Removing approximately half the strands in each cut pass
26. When using a comb to guide a haircut, what should you do to ensure even cutting? → Hold the comb at a consistent angle
27. Under the Texas Penal Code § 6.02, the four culpable mental states listed from most to least culpable are: → Intentionally, knowingly, recklessly, criminal negligence
28. How often should barber chairs and workstations be cleaned and disinfected? → After every client
29. Under Texas TDLR rules, how long must a barber shop generally retain client service records where chemical services were performed? → 1 year
30. Under Texas TDLR rules, how long must implements be submerged in an EPA-registered disinfectant solution to be considered properly disinfected? → 10 minutes