Utah Ornamental and Turf test (Stewarts) Exam 2023 Solved 100% Correct

Under EPA's Endangered Species Act it is a Federal offense to use a pesticide in a manner that results in the death of an endangered species under which of the following conditions? - ANSWER-When the species is located in its protected habitat Individuals with a noncommercial applicator license in Utah are legally required to keep a record of all applications involving the use of what type of pesticides? - ANSWER-Restricted use pesticides Which of the following is an example of a natural control method for insect pest management? - ANSWER-Releasing parasitic wasps Insect epidemics or outbreaks are commonly the result of which of the following? - ANSWER-Favorable environmental conditions In which of the following situations is the eradication of all weeds a recommended management plan? - ANSWER-A golf course green In which of the following situations is the eradication of all weeds a recommended management plan? - ANSWER-A golf course tee area Which of the following adjustments to a pesticide sprayer will reduce the likelihood of drift or off target movement of pesticides? - ANSWER-Install nozzles that produce large spray droplets Which of the following is the type of pesticide drift in which small droplets of herbicide are carried away by air movement to an off target location? - ANSWER-Spray drift Which of the following traits is common to integrated pest management (IPM)? - ANSWER-IPM uses sanitation and cultural controls with pesticide treatment Which of the following is a cultural control technique for the management of pests? - ANSWER-Promote environmental changes less favorable for pest growth Which of the following are examples of cultural controls for insect pests? - ANSWER-Select resistant varieties, time planting, and alter plant locations Which of the following pest control techniques involves the human manipulation or introduction of parasites, predators, or pathogens on insect pests to reduce population levels? - ANSWER-Biological control techniques When is the best time to apply pesticides if pollinating bees are active in an application area? - ANSWER-At night, early morning, or late evening Which of the following traits is common to integrated pest management (IPM)? - ANSWER-Manages pests at acceptable levels True or false: Pests and infectious organisms cause the most amount of problems in plants - ANSWER-Pests or infectious organisms are NOT the cause of most problems Which of the following is the first step in controlling insect pests? - ANSWER-Properly identify an insect and the problem it causes Which of the following traits is common to integrated pest management (IPM)? - ANSWER-Gives priority to techniques that reduce environmental injury What phrase correctly identifies the point during a pest infestation where pests can cause unacceptable visible damage to plant production? - ANSWER-The aesthetic threshold level Which of the following options is appropriate when weeds are located in areas where turfgrass has recently been established or when other sensitive plants are present? - ANSWER-Use mechanical or cultural techniques rather than herbicides Which of the following techniques will extend the time required for a pest to develop resistance to a pesticide? - ANSWER-Vary the active ingredient that is used for pest control Which of the following adjustments to or for a broom sprayer application will reduce the likelihood of pesticide drift? - ANSWER-Lower the height of the spray broom Which of the following is the most effective and economical way to prevent and control plant disease? - ANSWER-Plant pathogen-free seed and disease-resistant cultivars Which of the following is a management strategy that will prevent pests from developing a resistance to pesticides? - ANSWER-Integrated pest management (IPM) What can reduce turf pest populations? - ANSWER-Proper watering and mowing A facility for mixing and loading pesticides should be located so as to prevent the runoff associated with spills, leaks, drainage, and wash water from coming in contact with what resources? - ANSWER-Surface groundwater Which of the following are examples of mechanical controls for insect pests? - ANSWER-Trapping, screening, barriers, shadow devices, and sticky bands