Trugreen (test practice) Questions Perfectly Solved And Graded A+

Trugreen (test practice) Questions Perfectly Solved And Graded A+ what system is an appropriate practice to keep populations below the economic injury level in crops and below the aesthetic injury level in non-crops or ornamental plantings? integrated pest managements (IPM) what cultural control tactic is the best defense against invading weeds to insure a dense, vigorous stand of turf grass? proper fertilization and mowing what should applicators/ operators take into account when selecting and applying pesticides? Are there other non-chemical controls available. Has scouting indicated the pest populations is high enough. Is it the correct time to apply and get control. (All of the above). what is unique about an insect that undergoes incomplete development or (simple metamorphosis) such as a grasshopper? They undergo 3 life stages (Egg-Nymph-Adult) where the nymph cannot fly and cannot reproduce. what stage of insect development is often called the "resting stage" because it cannot feed and usually not very active? Pupa what can cause a non-infectious disease in ornamental plants? temperature and moisture extremes what is a characteristic of infectious plant diseases in crops? Pathogens multiply on or within the host plant and can be transmitted from one plant to another. How do applicators, operators, plant pathologist and others recognize a plant that is diseased? By recognizing symptoms such as leaf spot or chlorosis. what growth stage of weeds is easiest to control with herbicides or cultivation? weeds that are in the seedling stage which of the following weeds emerge from seed that germinate in the fall, overwinter as seedlings, flower, produce seed and die in the early summer. winter annuals to control the majority of perennial weeds what treatment is usually recommended? A systemic herbicide applied at early bud to bloom stage or early fall when plants are replenishing food supplies below ground. which of the following conditions are not necessary for a plant disease to develop in crops? There must be a susceptible host and pathogen, time for disease to develop and a favorable environment. (Diseases do not need an insect vector) what portion of the pesticide formulation is effective against target pests? Active ingredient what term indicates solvents, emulsifiers, and adjuvants in a pesticide formulation? insert ingredients what type of pesticide would you select to control a specific pest with little or no injury to related organisms such as desirable plants or beneficial insects? Selective pesticide How many lbs. of active ingredient are in a 20 lb. container of OUTOFHERE 50WP. 10 lbs. what type of pesticides do not move within the host plant and require thorough coverage for effective control. Contact pesticide what characteristics do wettable powders and water dispersing granules have in common? form a suspension that requires constant agitation and are abrasive to pumps. which of the following statements describing adjuvants is true? Generally have little or no pesticidal effect How does a drift control addictive reduce or minimize off target pesticide damage? Increases the size of spray droplets. why would an applicator add a buffering agent to a tank mix of chemicals? To adjust the PH of the carrier what terminology is used to describe the situation where two or more pesticides can be safely mixed and applied in combination without unfavorably affecting toxicity, physical, properties or plant safety? Compatible when the thank mixing the following pesticide formulations, which formulation must be added to the thank first? Soluble powders. (Also refer to label that is provided with this exam!!!) what is an outcome of calendar spraying of broad spectrum insecticides? Overuse of insecticides may kill natural predators and parasites and bring out a pest resurgence which of the following is not required on the pesticide label for most pesticide products? I guarantee the product would work? what would cause the USEPA to classify a pesticide for "Restricted use" rather than "General use"? Harm to the environment or user even if used as directed/ potential for ground water contamination/ high acute toxicity to humans and animals. (All of the above) is it a violation of federal law to use pesticide in a manner inconsistent with its label? yes, it is a violation of federal law what section on the pesticide label gives useful information on personal protective equipment and hazards to humans and animals? Precautionary statements Where can a grower, applicator, operator, homeowner or any citizen obtain reliable information about the physical properties of a pesticide and its toxicology as well as health and safety information that may not appear in the pesticide label. From the products MSDS What is the minimum amount amount of personal prospective equipment that must be worn by the pesticide applicator and handler for the application of a pesticide The amount depends on the products and will be found on the precautionary statement on the pesticide label. How can a pesticide be extremely toxic but still present only a small hazard to the applicator? By diluting the toxic chemical to a very low concentration and wearing protective clothing. if not entry time is not given on the pesticide label how long should a worker wait before entering a field that has been sprayed with pesticides? Wait until it is dry. what term is used to describe the ability of a pesticide to cause injury of death? Toxicity what pesticide formula presents the greatest risk of poisoning if dermal exposure occurs? Oil based formulations such as emulsifiable concentrates How can one reduce the potential for inhalation exposure to pesticides while working confined areas such as grin bins and greenhouses? Create as much ventilation as possible by opening doors and windows and by mixing and loading outdoors. What is a common sense recommendation for reducing your exposure to pesticides during and mixing and loading a spray thank? Always stand upwind when pouring a mixture into a container Through which route of exposure are children most likely to be poisoned by pesticides? Oral what action would you take to assist a person whose akin and clothing were splashed with a herbicide during mixing and loading of a spray thank? Drench the victims skin with water, remove the contaminated clothing, and clean the skin with soap and water. How should the personal protective equipment that was worn during the application of pesticides be cleaned? Clean with soap and rinse with water immediately after use What precaution should be taken when transporting pesticides? The back of a pickup or by others meas where vapors or spilled chemicals will not contact the driver what is a good rule of thumb or guide to protect yourself, other people, domestic animals, and the environment from pesticides? Avoid spraying near beehives, lakes, streams, residences and other sensitive areas which of the following is an approved procedure for disposing of small amounts of a surplus mixture of pesticides Dilute and reapply to treated areas if it does not exceed the maximum labelled rate.