Wisconsin Pesticides Test Q&A 2023

Because an insect's _________ largely determine the type of damage it can cause, recognizing damage can give you a clue as to which pest is causing the problem - Answer- Mouthparts Moths, beetles and flies go through ____________ - Answer- Complete metamorphosis Which of the following is a structural feature of an adult insect? - Answer- 1 or 2 pair of wings Which of the following statements is true? - Answer- Large acres of single crop are favorable to buildup of pest populations If the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) determines that the benefits of a pesticide's use will outweigh the risks only when trained persons use the pesticides, it will classify the pesticide as ________ - Answer- Restricted-use Which of the following has the primary authority to oversee pesticide use, certification and licensing in Wisconsin - Answer- Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (WDATCP) You must keep a record of any application for which certification and licensing is required, and these records must be kept for at least _______ after the date of application - Answer- 2 years Which of the statements is True? - Answer- It is most important to detect pest infestation before they become a problem Which of the following statements is TRUE in regard to the development of pesticide resistance? - Answer- Resistance is more likely to develop against pesticides that have great persistence and that you often apply to same site Planting insect-resistant varieties is preferable because ____________ - Answer- They have selectivity of action for the intended pest and therefore, are not likely to harm other organisms in the environment. Which word(s) on a pesticide label indicates that the product may only be used by certified applicators? - Answer- Restricted-use The signal word, such as "Warning", found on the pesticide label indicates ____________ - Answer- The relative toxicity of the product Regardless of the manufacturer or formulator, a given chemical or common name on a label always refers to ____________. - Answer- The fact that different products containing th