The technique of sculpting each parting slightly longer as you work up the head is known as:

• A. blunt
• B. overlapping
• C. comb control
• D. cross-checking

Answer: (B)

Overlapping is about creating a smooth, blended edge by letting each new sculpted section sit slightly longer than the one below as you move up the head. This approach causes the cut lines to cross over or “overlap” with the previous sections, which softens the transition and builds a gentle graduation rather than a harsh step. When you lift and cut successive parts with this mindset, the higher sections extend past the lower ones just enough to blend, giving a natural, scalable shape. This differs from blunt cutting, which uses uniform lengths for all sections, or from techniques focused on tool handling or symmetry checks, which address other aspects of the cut.