Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator Practice Test Questions and Answers l Fully solved 2023

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. Who can purchase Restricted Use Pesticides? - CORRECT ANSWER Certified Applicators or persons under their direct supervision. What part of the label should you look under to find the minimum PPE you should wear? - CORRECT ANSWER Precautionary Statement. How often should you read the pesticide label? - CORRECT ANSWER Every time you purchase the product The Office of Safety and Health Administration protects the nation's workers through dissemination of information.... - CORRECT ANSWER "Worker Right-to-Know" Which of the following dermal exposures is the most serious? - CORRECT ANSWER When a pesticide mixed with oil crosses the skin barrier and into the bloodstream, the results can be fatal. If you spill highly concentrated chemicals on your cloths how should you clean them? - CORRECT ANSWER Don't, dispose of them properly