NEW JERSEY CATEGORY 3A+3B PESTICIDE
EXAM REVIEW 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
100% CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
⩥ Chronic Toxicity refers to toxicity from. Answer: many small
exposures to a pesticide
⩥ The Term LD50 refers to the level of toxicity where. Answer: 50%
mortality is observed
⩥ Pyrethroid pesticides exert their toxicity in the form of. Answer: a
nerve poison with symptoms similar to chlorinated hydrocarbons
⩥ Chronic Toxicity tests are conducted to determine. Answer:
Teratogenic and Carcinogenic effects
⩥ A carcinogen is a material that causes. Answer: cancer
⩥ A neurotoxin is a material that causes. Answer: toxicity to the nervous
system
⩥ A teratogen is a material that causes. Answer: birth defects
,⩥ The most common cause of pesticide poisoning to the applicator is
through. Answer: dermal exposure
⩥ Skin exposure usually occurs via. Answer: mixing, application
procedures, spills, or contact with residues
⩥ Eye contact with pesticides can be prevented by using. Answer: a face
shield or goggles
⩥ Fire posing a unique risk because.... Answer: of the toxic fumes that
may be produced
⩥ Drift is a problem during which types of applications?. Answer:
during turf, ornamental and interior applications
⩥ Phytoxicity can occur because of. Answer: an improper selection of a
pesticide and a sensitive plant being treated
⩥ During some spraying operations less than.... Answer: 50% reaches
the target area
⩥ The use of check vales to prevent back siphonage is. Answer: required
by NJ Law
, ⩥ If a spill occurs during the use of a pesticide, you should first....
Answer: clean the spill up
⩥ The use of a respirator is mandatory when. Answer: required by state
law OR the label
⩥ The first step toward obtaining information regarding a pesticide is to.
Answer: Read the pesticide label
⩥ Chemical resistant gloves should be worn when. Answer: mixing and
loading and applying the pesticide
⩥ The use of a respirator should be used whenever the pesticide label
requires it (T/F). Answer: True
⩥ Respirators should not be stored in the same storage space as
pesticides. Answer: True
⩥ Goggles must be worn to protect the eyes when. Answer: wearing a
respirator
⩥ If a poisoning occurs one should. Answer: treated the subject for
shock, consult the label or MSDS and call for medical help
EXAM REVIEW 2026 QUESTIONS WITH
100% CORRECT ANSWERS GRADED A+
⩥ Chronic Toxicity refers to toxicity from. Answer: many small
exposures to a pesticide
⩥ The Term LD50 refers to the level of toxicity where. Answer: 50%
mortality is observed
⩥ Pyrethroid pesticides exert their toxicity in the form of. Answer: a
nerve poison with symptoms similar to chlorinated hydrocarbons
⩥ Chronic Toxicity tests are conducted to determine. Answer:
Teratogenic and Carcinogenic effects
⩥ A carcinogen is a material that causes. Answer: cancer
⩥ A neurotoxin is a material that causes. Answer: toxicity to the nervous
system
⩥ A teratogen is a material that causes. Answer: birth defects
,⩥ The most common cause of pesticide poisoning to the applicator is
through. Answer: dermal exposure
⩥ Skin exposure usually occurs via. Answer: mixing, application
procedures, spills, or contact with residues
⩥ Eye contact with pesticides can be prevented by using. Answer: a face
shield or goggles
⩥ Fire posing a unique risk because.... Answer: of the toxic fumes that
may be produced
⩥ Drift is a problem during which types of applications?. Answer:
during turf, ornamental and interior applications
⩥ Phytoxicity can occur because of. Answer: an improper selection of a
pesticide and a sensitive plant being treated
⩥ During some spraying operations less than.... Answer: 50% reaches
the target area
⩥ The use of check vales to prevent back siphonage is. Answer: required
by NJ Law
, ⩥ If a spill occurs during the use of a pesticide, you should first....
Answer: clean the spill up
⩥ The use of a respirator is mandatory when. Answer: required by state
law OR the label
⩥ The first step toward obtaining information regarding a pesticide is to.
Answer: Read the pesticide label
⩥ Chemical resistant gloves should be worn when. Answer: mixing and
loading and applying the pesticide
⩥ The use of a respirator should be used whenever the pesticide label
requires it (T/F). Answer: True
⩥ Respirators should not be stored in the same storage space as
pesticides. Answer: True
⩥ Goggles must be worn to protect the eyes when. Answer: wearing a
respirator
⩥ If a poisoning occurs one should. Answer: treated the subject for
shock, consult the label or MSDS and call for medical help
