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APPLICATOR TEST FOR ILLINOIS, GENERAL STANDARDS QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS 1. The goal of IPM isn't to eliminate the entire pest population but.... CORRECT ANSWER To avoid adverse effects on humans wildlife and the environment 2. Which of the following words is that number of pests per plant or the amount of damage to a plant at which point control measures should begin? CORRECT ANSWER Economic Threshold 3. What can be said about insects? CORRECT ANSWER They have three pairs of jointed legs. 4. Which of the following is an incomplete life cycle? CORRECT ANSWER Egg nymph and adult. 5. The disease that is generally the result of unfavorable growing conditions such as temperature or moisture extremes soil compaction pesticide or fertilizer excess etc..? CORRECT ANSWER Noninfectious Disease 6. The first step in planning a successful weed control program is? CORRECT ANSWER Identify the weed (scouting) 7. Broadleaf weeds differ from grasses how? CORRECT ANSWER They have netted veins that are usually less elongated than that of grass leaves. 8. This weed germinates in the spring develops a root system and a low-growing cluster of leaves called a rosette? CORRECT ANSWER Biennial 9. The part of the pesticide that kills is the? CORRECT ANSWER Active ingredient 10. Wettable powders when mixed with water.... CORRECT ANSWER Require agitation 11. What do Surfactants do? CORRECT ANSWER Decrease the surface tension of water allowing the water carrier to spread over the surface. 12. Can you mix two pesticides together if the label doesn't specify they can be mixed? CORRECT ANSWER Yes your responsibility to make sure they retain their properties. 13. How can you tell two pesticides are not compatible? CORRECT ANSWER The mixture may curdle gel or become sludge like. 14. How long is certification valid in Illinois before an applicator/operator must retest? CORRECT ANSWER Each exam is valid for a period of up to 3 years as long as annual renewal forms are submitted.