MDARD MICHIGAN CORE PESTICIDE APPLICATOR EXAM | QUESTIONS & ANSWERS (VERIFIED) | LATEST UPDATE | GRADED A+

Using barriers to prevent pests from getting into an area is an example of which type of pesticide management method? Correct Answer: Mechanical Making use of plant varieties that are naturally resistant to insect feeding is an example of which type of pest management method? Correct Answer: Genetic Which of the statements about biological control is true? a) Modifying the environment to enhance natural enemies is recommended in bio control b) Biological control involves importing exotic pests to control natural enemies c) Using several cultural practices and a wide variety of pesticides works best in biological control Correct Answer: a) Modifying the environment to enhance natural enemies is recommended in bio control 2 Sealing building cracks and small openings is an example of what kind of pest management method? Correct Answer: Physical Which statement about cultural control practices is true? a) They reduce pest establishment, reproduction, and survival b) They use naturally derived or synthesized chemicals to control pests c) they involve the release of parasites and predators found in foreign countries Correct Answer: a) They reduce pest establishment, reproduction, and survival Monitoring pests at airports and ocean ports that pose a serious threat to public health or widespread damage to crops or animals is an example of which type of pest management method? Correct Answer: Regulatory Which statements about pest management strategies in IPM is true? a) The goal is to prevent pests from reaching damaging levels b) Eradication is never the goal of an IPM program c) Nonchemical methods are short-term solutions to control pests Correct Answer: a) The goal is to prevent pests from reaching damaging levels 3 Which would be considered a preventative pest management strategy