Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator Practice Test Questions with Correct Answers

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 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 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 The first step in planning a successful weed control program is Correct Answer Identify the weed (scouting) Broadleaf weeds differ from grasses how Correct Answer They have netted veins that are usually less elongated than that of grass leaves. This weed germinates in the spring, develops a root system and a low-growing cluster of leaves called a rosette? Correct Answer Biennial The part of the pesticide that kills is the? Correct Answer Active ingredient What do Wettable powders require when mixed with water.... Correct Answer agitation What do Surfactants do? Correct Answer Decrease the surface tension of water, allowing the water carrier to spread over the surface. 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. How can you tell two pesticides are not compatible? Correct Answer The mixture may curdle, gel or become sludge like. The pre-harvest interval is the? Correct Answer Amount of time that a crop can be harvested after it has been sprayed. Which of the following is on every label? Correct Answer Keep out of Reach of Children.