Georgia Pesticide Applicators Exam
Questions with correct Answers
A pesticide formulation that is almost 100% active ingredient. Often it is used in mosquito
spraying programs. - CORRECT ANSWER-Ultra low volume
The most common disease of fescue grass. - CORRECT ANSWER-Brown Patch
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? - CORRECT ANSWER-Emergency Exemption from Registration (Section
18)
Turf grass insect pests that burrow underground and few in root. More common in South
Georgia and Florida. - CORRECT ANSWER-Billbugs
Which of the following is a way to reduce the likelihood of a pesticide spill: - CORRECT ANSWER-
Close containers after use
Never leave a tank unattended while filling
Keep all containers in a secured location
The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act is a federal law that regulates pesticides.
It is administered by the: - CORRECT ANSWER-EPA
This formulation consists of an oil-based liquid mixed into water and applied to plants -
CORRECT ANSWER-Emulsifiable Concentrate
, The hazard of a pesticide is the risk of harmful side effects. It is a combination of: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Toxicity and exposure
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. - CORRECT
ANSWER-Granules
Visible structures of the pathogen are called: - CORRECT ANSWER-Signs
True/False: Trapping is the most effective way to eliminate moles. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
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: - CORRECT ANSWER-Integrated Pest
Management
The property that prevents pesticide movement through the material during use is called: -
CORRECT ANSWER-Chemical resistance
The part of the pesticide that remains in the environment and on plant or other material for a
period of time following the application. - CORRECT ANSWER-Residue
Employers must provide agricultural workers and pesticide handlers with protection against
possible pesticide harm. This is in compliance with: - CORRECT ANSWER-Worker Protection
Standard
The formation of dark green to brown water-soaked spots form on the leaves sometimes
accompanied by a yellow halo is indicative of: - CORRECT ANSWER-Bacterial Leaf Spots
Questions with correct Answers
A pesticide formulation that is almost 100% active ingredient. Often it is used in mosquito
spraying programs. - CORRECT ANSWER-Ultra low volume
The most common disease of fescue grass. - CORRECT ANSWER-Brown Patch
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? - CORRECT ANSWER-Emergency Exemption from Registration (Section
18)
Turf grass insect pests that burrow underground and few in root. More common in South
Georgia and Florida. - CORRECT ANSWER-Billbugs
Which of the following is a way to reduce the likelihood of a pesticide spill: - CORRECT ANSWER-
Close containers after use
Never leave a tank unattended while filling
Keep all containers in a secured location
The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act is a federal law that regulates pesticides.
It is administered by the: - CORRECT ANSWER-EPA
This formulation consists of an oil-based liquid mixed into water and applied to plants -
CORRECT ANSWER-Emulsifiable Concentrate
, The hazard of a pesticide is the risk of harmful side effects. It is a combination of: - CORRECT
ANSWER-Toxicity and exposure
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. - CORRECT
ANSWER-Granules
Visible structures of the pathogen are called: - CORRECT ANSWER-Signs
True/False: Trapping is the most effective way to eliminate moles. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
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: - CORRECT ANSWER-Integrated Pest
Management
The property that prevents pesticide movement through the material during use is called: -
CORRECT ANSWER-Chemical resistance
The part of the pesticide that remains in the environment and on plant or other material for a
period of time following the application. - CORRECT ANSWER-Residue
Employers must provide agricultural workers and pesticide handlers with protection against
possible pesticide harm. This is in compliance with: - CORRECT ANSWER-Worker Protection
Standard
The formation of dark green to brown water-soaked spots form on the leaves sometimes
accompanied by a yellow halo is indicative of: - CORRECT ANSWER-Bacterial Leaf Spots
