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ALABAMA OTPS EXAM-COMPREHENSIVE
Q&A FOR CERTIFICATION SUCCESS 2026
Hollow, rounded stems with joints (nodes) that are closed and hard. The leaf
blades are much longer than they are wide, have parallel veins, and alternate up
each side of the stem - correct-answer -Crabgrass and goosegrass (example of
grassy weeds)
Brightly colored flowers and net-like veins. The network of small veins are
connected to one or primary veins. - correct-answer -Geranium and spurges
(examples of broadleafs)
Solids triangular stems that have leaves extending from each side of the stem in
three directions - correct-answer -Nutsedges (Examples of sedges)
Example of mechanical controlling weeds - correct-answer -Removal of weeds by
hoeing, mowing, pulling, or mechanical cultivation. (For occasional weeds)
Mulching is an example of? - correct-answer -Mechanical Contral
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Using weed free seed or plant material is an example of ____________________
control? - correct-answer -Cultural Control
_________________ control includes selecting ornamental planting areas that are
free of weeds or making sure that anticipated weeds are controlled prior to the
planting of ornamentals. - correct-answer -Preventive
How to store pesticides? - correct-answer -In a locked and posted place. Children
and other untrained persons should not be able to get to them. The storage place
should keep the pesticides dry, cool, and out of direct sunlight. Store all pesticides
in the original containers.
Where to not store pesticides. - correct-answer -Near food, feed, seed, or
animals. Check for leaks or breaks. Clean up any spills correctly. Keep an up-to-
date inventory of the pesticides you have.
How to store pesticide containers - correct-answer -Containers should be stored
with the label in plain sight. They should be stored up off the floor, especially if
they can be injured by dampness.
Common reasons for pesticide poisoning - correct-answer -Improper containers
stored in such things as soft drink bottles, fruit jars, or milk cartons.
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Alabama pesticide act of 1971 - correct-answer -The main purpose of the
Alabama Pesticide act of 1971 is to regulate the sale, distribution, transportation,
and use of all pesticides, with special emphasis on certain highly toxic and
persistent pesticides.
What is the best control for leaf spot diseases? - correct-answer -Suffer sprays or
copper-based fungicides.
Define Phytotoxicity - correct-answer -*Plant damage that occurs when chemicals
are applied to take care of plants.
*Can be caused by fertilizers, herbicides, plant growth regulators, and so forth
* Factors that affect phytoxicity include- chemical drift, persistence, variety of
plant material, and root uptake of the plant
Define IPM and list the components of the process. - correct-answer -Integrated
Pest Management
*Chemical control is a part of IPM. Does not mean no pesticide
*Proper plant management
*Weed control and sanitation
*Proper plant installment. — Right plant, right place for site selection
ALABAMA OTPS EXAM-COMPREHENSIVE
Q&A FOR CERTIFICATION SUCCESS 2026
Hollow, rounded stems with joints (nodes) that are closed and hard. The leaf
blades are much longer than they are wide, have parallel veins, and alternate up
each side of the stem - correct-answer -Crabgrass and goosegrass (example of
grassy weeds)
Brightly colored flowers and net-like veins. The network of small veins are
connected to one or primary veins. - correct-answer -Geranium and spurges
(examples of broadleafs)
Solids triangular stems that have leaves extending from each side of the stem in
three directions - correct-answer -Nutsedges (Examples of sedges)
Example of mechanical controlling weeds - correct-answer -Removal of weeds by
hoeing, mowing, pulling, or mechanical cultivation. (For occasional weeds)
Mulching is an example of? - correct-answer -Mechanical Contral
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Using weed free seed or plant material is an example of ____________________
control? - correct-answer -Cultural Control
_________________ control includes selecting ornamental planting areas that are
free of weeds or making sure that anticipated weeds are controlled prior to the
planting of ornamentals. - correct-answer -Preventive
How to store pesticides? - correct-answer -In a locked and posted place. Children
and other untrained persons should not be able to get to them. The storage place
should keep the pesticides dry, cool, and out of direct sunlight. Store all pesticides
in the original containers.
Where to not store pesticides. - correct-answer -Near food, feed, seed, or
animals. Check for leaks or breaks. Clean up any spills correctly. Keep an up-to-
date inventory of the pesticides you have.
How to store pesticide containers - correct-answer -Containers should be stored
with the label in plain sight. They should be stored up off the floor, especially if
they can be injured by dampness.
Common reasons for pesticide poisoning - correct-answer -Improper containers
stored in such things as soft drink bottles, fruit jars, or milk cartons.
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Alabama pesticide act of 1971 - correct-answer -The main purpose of the
Alabama Pesticide act of 1971 is to regulate the sale, distribution, transportation,
and use of all pesticides, with special emphasis on certain highly toxic and
persistent pesticides.
What is the best control for leaf spot diseases? - correct-answer -Suffer sprays or
copper-based fungicides.
Define Phytotoxicity - correct-answer -*Plant damage that occurs when chemicals
are applied to take care of plants.
*Can be caused by fertilizers, herbicides, plant growth regulators, and so forth
* Factors that affect phytoxicity include- chemical drift, persistence, variety of
plant material, and root uptake of the plant
Define IPM and list the components of the process. - correct-answer -Integrated
Pest Management
*Chemical control is a part of IPM. Does not mean no pesticide
*Proper plant management
*Weed control and sanitation
*Proper plant installment. — Right plant, right place for site selection
