WISCONSIN PESTICIDE APPLICATOR PRACTICE
TEST AND STUDY GUIDE REAL EXAM QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS | GRADED A+ | LATEST
EDITION (2025) | JUST RELEASED!
The goal of IPM isn't to eliminate the entire pest population but.... - ans -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? - ans -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..? - ans -
Noninfectious Disease
The first step in planning a successful weed control program is - ans -Identify the
weed (scouting)
Broadleaf weeds differ from grasses how - ans -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? - ans -Biennial
The part of the pesticide that kills is the? - ans -Active ingredient
What do Wettable powders require when mixed with water.... - ans -agitation
What are some factors that you should think about before spraying? - ans -Wind,
temperature, droplet size...
When using a tree injection system you should? - ans -Use low pressure and allow
the tree to uptake chemical.
, For treatment to be effective against perennial weeds? - ans -Must use a
translocated herbicide to control vegetative reproductive structure
What should you do if you spill chemical on your clothes? - ans -Remove clothes,
wash area thoroughly with soapy water, etc.
When should The PPE that you wear when applying pesticides should be
laundered? - ans -Wash as soon as possible, do not let clothes sit around.
What type of nozzle would you use for a band application - ans -Even flat fan or
flat fan nozzle
What pump would you use if you wanted low flow rates and psi of up to 1000 -
ans -Piston.
When laundering clothes that were worn while spraying...? - ans -Launder daily
(within eight hours), keep separate from other clothing and inform
person washing clothes of pesticide use
How do you proper clean your nozzles? - ans -Move to an area where it is safe
and use a nozzle brush to clean nozzles.
When tanking mixing concentrates or highly toxic sprays...? - ans -Wear a face
shield or tight fitting goggles with antifog lenses and indirect
venting.
Which substance produces gas, vapors, fumes and requires special licensing to
handle? - ans -Fumigants
Who enforces the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)? -
ans -Who enforces the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)?
Who is responsible for enforcing the laws that regulate the use of pesticides for
structural
pest control? - ans -Wisconsin Department of Public Health.
TEST AND STUDY GUIDE REAL EXAM QUESTIONS
AND CORRECT ANSWERS | GRADED A+ | LATEST
EDITION (2025) | JUST RELEASED!
The goal of IPM isn't to eliminate the entire pest population but.... - ans -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? - ans -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..? - ans -
Noninfectious Disease
The first step in planning a successful weed control program is - ans -Identify the
weed (scouting)
Broadleaf weeds differ from grasses how - ans -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? - ans -Biennial
The part of the pesticide that kills is the? - ans -Active ingredient
What do Wettable powders require when mixed with water.... - ans -agitation
What are some factors that you should think about before spraying? - ans -Wind,
temperature, droplet size...
When using a tree injection system you should? - ans -Use low pressure and allow
the tree to uptake chemical.
, For treatment to be effective against perennial weeds? - ans -Must use a
translocated herbicide to control vegetative reproductive structure
What should you do if you spill chemical on your clothes? - ans -Remove clothes,
wash area thoroughly with soapy water, etc.
When should The PPE that you wear when applying pesticides should be
laundered? - ans -Wash as soon as possible, do not let clothes sit around.
What type of nozzle would you use for a band application - ans -Even flat fan or
flat fan nozzle
What pump would you use if you wanted low flow rates and psi of up to 1000 -
ans -Piston.
When laundering clothes that were worn while spraying...? - ans -Launder daily
(within eight hours), keep separate from other clothing and inform
person washing clothes of pesticide use
How do you proper clean your nozzles? - ans -Move to an area where it is safe
and use a nozzle brush to clean nozzles.
When tanking mixing concentrates or highly toxic sprays...? - ans -Wear a face
shield or tight fitting goggles with antifog lenses and indirect
venting.
Which substance produces gas, vapors, fumes and requires special licensing to
handle? - ans -Fumigants
Who enforces the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)? -
ans -Who enforces the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)?
Who is responsible for enforcing the laws that regulate the use of pesticides for
structural
pest control? - ans -Wisconsin Department of Public Health.
