Georgia Pesticide Applicators Exam
Questions and Answers 100% Solved
Ultra low volume - ANSWER-A pesticide formulation that is almost 100% active
ingredient. Often it is used in mosquito spraying programs.
Brown Patch - ANSWER-The most common disease of fescue grass.
Emergency Exemption from Registration (Section 18) - 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 - 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 - ANSWER-Which of the following is a way to
reduce the likelihood of a pesticide spill:
EPA - ANSWER-The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act is a federal
law that regulates pesticides. It is administered by the:
Emulsifiable Concentrate - ANSWER-This formulation consists of an oil-based liquid
mixed into water and applied to plants
Toxicity and exposure - ANSWER-The hazard of a pesticide is the risk of harmful side
effects. It is a combination of:
Granules - 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 - ANSWER-Visible structures of the pathogen are called:
True - ANSWER-True/False: Trapping is the most effective way to eliminate moles.
Integrated Pest Management - 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 - ANSWER-The property that prevents pesticide movement
through the material during use is called:
Residue - 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 - ANSWER-Employers must provide agricultural workers
and pesticide handlers with protection against possible pesticide harm. This is in
compliance with:
Bacterial Leaf Spots - ANSWER-The formation of dark green to brown water-soaked
spots form on the leaves sometimes accompanied by a yellow halo is indicative of:
Threshold - ANSWER-When the pest population reaches a level at which control is
necessary to prevent unacceptable damage or injury called:
True - ANSWER-To control wildlife, first you need to figure out why the animal is where
it is on your property instead of somewhere. (What is attracting it).
True - ANSWER-More plants are killed in Georgia from too much water than from the
lack of water even during droughts.
Questions and Answers 100% Solved
Ultra low volume - ANSWER-A pesticide formulation that is almost 100% active
ingredient. Often it is used in mosquito spraying programs.
Brown Patch - ANSWER-The most common disease of fescue grass.
Emergency Exemption from Registration (Section 18) - 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 - 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 - ANSWER-Which of the following is a way to
reduce the likelihood of a pesticide spill:
EPA - ANSWER-The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act is a federal
law that regulates pesticides. It is administered by the:
Emulsifiable Concentrate - ANSWER-This formulation consists of an oil-based liquid
mixed into water and applied to plants
Toxicity and exposure - ANSWER-The hazard of a pesticide is the risk of harmful side
effects. It is a combination of:
Granules - 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 - ANSWER-Visible structures of the pathogen are called:
True - ANSWER-True/False: Trapping is the most effective way to eliminate moles.
Integrated Pest Management - 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 - ANSWER-The property that prevents pesticide movement
through the material during use is called:
Residue - 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 - ANSWER-Employers must provide agricultural workers
and pesticide handlers with protection against possible pesticide harm. This is in
compliance with:
Bacterial Leaf Spots - ANSWER-The formation of dark green to brown water-soaked
spots form on the leaves sometimes accompanied by a yellow halo is indicative of:
Threshold - ANSWER-When the pest population reaches a level at which control is
necessary to prevent unacceptable damage or injury called:
True - ANSWER-To control wildlife, first you need to figure out why the animal is where
it is on your property instead of somewhere. (What is attracting it).
True - ANSWER-More plants are killed in Georgia from too much water than from the
lack of water even during droughts.
