Final answer:
A hairstyle with one to three strands of hair intertwined to form a rope-like appearance is called a braid. It is distinct from a ponytail, perm, or mohawk and has historical significance. So, the correct answer is A.
Step-by-step explanation:
The hairstyle described as one, two, or three strands of hair intertwined and/or rotated to form a rope-like appearance is called a braid. This is different from a ponytail, which is simply gathered and secured at the back of the head; a perm or permanent hairstyle, which involves chemically setting the hair into curls or waves; and a mohawk, which is a hairstyle with a strip of prominently displayed hair running along the top of the head with the sides shaved. Historically, braided hairstyles have had various significances.
So, the correct answer is A.