Georgia Pesticide Applicators Exam
Questions With 100% Accurate Answers
Graded A+
Ultra low volume - CORRECT ANSWER-A pesticide formulation that is almost 100%
active ingredient. Often it is used in mosquito spraying programs.
Brown Patch - CORRECT ANSWER-The most common disease of fescue grass.
Emergency Exemption from Registration (Section 18) - CORRECT ANSWER-The new
insect pest has suddenly appeared and is doing enormous damage to the peach crop.
The problem is that there are no pesticides labeled to control it. However, one pesticide
has been shown in experiments to control the insect pest. What type of registration is
necessary for it to be used on peaches?
Billbugs - CORRECT ANSWER-Turf grass insect pests that burrow underground and
few in root. More common in South Georgia and Florida.
Close containers after use
Never leave a tank unattended while filling
Keep all containers in a secured location - CORRECT ANSWER-Which of the following
is a way to reduce the likelihood of a pesticide spill:
EPA - CORRECT ANSWER-The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act is
a federal law that regulates pesticides. It is administered by the:
Emulsifiable Concentrate - CORRECT ANSWER-This formulation consists of an oil-
based liquid mixed into water and applied to plants
, Toxicity and exposure - CORRECT ANSWER-The hazard of a pesticide is the risk of
harmful side effects. It is a combination of:
Granules - CORRECT ANSWER-A formulation similar to dust but has larger particles. It
is made from absorptive materials such as clay and corn material. The active ingredient
is in or coats outside of material. Frequently used for soil applied pesticides-pre-
emergent weed control and grub control.
Signs - CORRECT ANSWER-Visible structures of the pathogen are called:
True - CORRECT ANSWER-True/False: Trapping is the most effective way to eliminate
moles.
Integrated Pest Management - CORRECT ANSWER-The concept of several pest
control tactics being combined into a single plan to reduce pests and their damage to an
acceptable level is referred to as:
Chemical resistance - CORRECT ANSWER-The property that prevents pesticide
movement through the material during use is called:
Residue - CORRECT ANSWER-The part of the pesticide that remains in the
environment and on plant or other material for a period of time following the application.
Worker Protection Standard - CORRECT ANSWER-Employers must provide
agricultural workers and pesticide handlers with protection against possible pesticide
harm. This is in compliance with:
Bacterial Leaf Spots - CORRECT ANSWER-The formation of dark green to brown
water-soaked spots form on the leaves sometimes accompanied by a yellow halo is
indicative of:
Questions With 100% Accurate Answers
Graded A+
Ultra low volume - CORRECT ANSWER-A pesticide formulation that is almost 100%
active ingredient. Often it is used in mosquito spraying programs.
Brown Patch - CORRECT ANSWER-The most common disease of fescue grass.
Emergency Exemption from Registration (Section 18) - CORRECT ANSWER-The new
insect pest has suddenly appeared and is doing enormous damage to the peach crop.
The problem is that there are no pesticides labeled to control it. However, one pesticide
has been shown in experiments to control the insect pest. What type of registration is
necessary for it to be used on peaches?
Billbugs - CORRECT ANSWER-Turf grass insect pests that burrow underground and
few in root. More common in South Georgia and Florida.
Close containers after use
Never leave a tank unattended while filling
Keep all containers in a secured location - CORRECT ANSWER-Which of the following
is a way to reduce the likelihood of a pesticide spill:
EPA - CORRECT ANSWER-The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act is
a federal law that regulates pesticides. It is administered by the:
Emulsifiable Concentrate - CORRECT ANSWER-This formulation consists of an oil-
based liquid mixed into water and applied to plants
, Toxicity and exposure - CORRECT ANSWER-The hazard of a pesticide is the risk of
harmful side effects. It is a combination of:
Granules - CORRECT ANSWER-A formulation similar to dust but has larger particles. It
is made from absorptive materials such as clay and corn material. The active ingredient
is in or coats outside of material. Frequently used for soil applied pesticides-pre-
emergent weed control and grub control.
Signs - CORRECT ANSWER-Visible structures of the pathogen are called:
True - CORRECT ANSWER-True/False: Trapping is the most effective way to eliminate
moles.
Integrated Pest Management - CORRECT ANSWER-The concept of several pest
control tactics being combined into a single plan to reduce pests and their damage to an
acceptable level is referred to as:
Chemical resistance - CORRECT ANSWER-The property that prevents pesticide
movement through the material during use is called:
Residue - CORRECT ANSWER-The part of the pesticide that remains in the
environment and on plant or other material for a period of time following the application.
Worker Protection Standard - CORRECT ANSWER-Employers must provide
agricultural workers and pesticide handlers with protection against possible pesticide
harm. This is in compliance with:
Bacterial Leaf Spots - CORRECT ANSWER-The formation of dark green to brown
water-soaked spots form on the leaves sometimes accompanied by a yellow halo is
indicative of:
