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Three of the following types of motor vehicles are exempt from the truth in mileage act. - ANSWERS~Vehicles 10 years old or older~Vehicles having a gross empty weight more than 10,000 lbs~Vehicles not self propelled (Trailers) The definition of a used motor vehicle dealer or used dealer includes which of the following? - ANSWERSa person who attempts to negotiate a sale or lease of a used motor vehicle or powersports vehicle with the intent to make a profit or gain The Motor Vehicle Board i...

The ideal soil ratio for solids to pore space is: (A) 20:80 (B) 35:65 (C) 40:60 (D) 50:50 - ANSWER-An even split between the amount of solids and the amount of pore space is the ideal condition. This allows the pore space to contain sufficient amounts of water and air while maintaining the soil integrity. The solids ideally are 45% mineral and 5% organic matter. The answer is (D) What is the correct scientific name for the oak tree genus? - ANSWER-The genus is the first part of a tr...

As used in many standard regulations, the term ________ denotes a mandatory requirement, and the term _______ denotes an advisory recommendation. - ANSWER-shall, should Name five PPE that are generally required for all tree workers. - ANSWER-Hard hat, eye protection, hearing protection, leg protection, sturdy work boots and appropriate clothing True/False All communication wires and cables shall be considered to be energized with potentially fatal voltages and shall never be touched direct...

True or False: Infrequent, deep soaking of trees and shrubs are preferable to frequent, shallow waterings. - ANSWER-true The most beneficial times to irrigate plants are ____________ __________________ or ___________________ _______________. - ANSWER-late night or early morning The _____________________ rate is the rate at which water soaks into the soil. - ANSWER-infiltration Clay soils generally have a greater _______________-_________________ __________________ than sandy soils, but ...

Because pruning removes leaves and reduces the overall photosynthetic capacity of a tree, it also reduces - ANSWER-Growth Name 5 common reasons for removing limbs from trees - ANSWER-Dead, diseased, hazardous, crossing, thinning for light or air penetration, weight reduction, size reduction. To maximize flowering, plants that bloom on currents seasons wood should be pruned prior to blank, or in the summer after bloom has occurred. Plants that bloom on last seasons wood should be pruned jus...

Taxonomy - ANSWER-The classification of plants Levels of plant classification - ANSWER-Kingdom, Phylum,Class, Order, Family, Genus, Specific Epithet Angiosperm - ANSWER-Vascular plants whose seeds are covered by an ovary. Gymnosperm - ANSWER-Vascular plants with naked seeds. Dicotyledon - ANSWER-Plants that have two seed leaves at germination. Monocotyledons - ANSWER-Plants that have one seed leaf at germination.(grasses, palms) ISA Arborist- Chapter 2 Tree Identification Questio...

abiotic: - ANSWER-pertaining to the nonliving parts of an ecosystem, such as soil particles, bedrock, air, water. abscisic acid (ABA): - ANSWER-a plant hormone that stimulates stomatal closure and promotes seed and bud dormancy. abscission zone: - ANSWER-a wall of cells at the base of a petiole, that allows the leaf to separate from the stem. acceptable risk: - ANSWER-the amount of risk that an owner is willing to accept before tree failure. accessibility: - ANSWER-the establishment ...

water - ANSWER-Trees take up essential elements, dissolved in ______, through the roots. macronutrients - ANSWER-_______ are elements required by trees in relatively large quantities. nitrogen - ANSWER-The macronutrient ______ is a constituent of chlorophyll and, if deficient, can cause reduced growth and yellowing of the foliage. chlorosis - ANSWER-yellowing between the leaf veins is called _______ and may be the result of mineral deficiencies. slow-release fertilizers - ANSWER-It i...

True/False - Information about a tree's history and symptoms gained from a home owner can always be considered accurate. - ANSWER-False If a tree is not well suited for the site in which it has been planted, it may become _______, predisposing it to other problems. - ANSWER-stressed A common mistake in diagnosis is to carefully examine the aboveground portion of the tree, while ignoring the _______. - ANSWER-roots True/False - If a tree declines or dies within the first year following ...

Name 3 instances in which cabling might be called for in a tree. - ANSWER-a) support a weak crotch b) support for multi stemmed trees c) support for weak wooded trees Common-grade cable is relatively malleable (bendable) and easy to work with. ________ - _________ - ________ cable is much stronger but less flexible than common-grade cables. - ANSWER-extra-high-strength One advantage of _______ _______ is that it is both strong and flexible. A potential drawback is the limitation of c...

Name five ways that trees can be adversely affected by construction. - ANSWER-root injury soil compaction injury to trunk or branches grade change excavation/severing root system When soil is compacted, the _______ _______ between soil particles is reduced. - ANSWER-pore space The phases of land development are... - ANSWER-site clearing and demolition rough grading utility installation and grading construction final grading and landscape installation If the soil grade on a const...

Urban forestry is the management of naturally occurring and planted tees and associated plants in urban areas. Arboriculture focuses on the _______; urban forestry focuses on the _______, or larger populations of trees in urban areas. - ANSWER-tree forest List five allied professionals or groups that an urban forester should learn to communicate with. - ANSWER-urban planners civil engineers public works officials government agencies the public other True/False - The leaves and branch...

Alternate - ANSWER-Pertaining to bud or leaf arrangement,one leaf or bud at each node,situated at alternating positions along the stem. In this arrangement,the leaves are not directly across from each other. Contrast with opposite and whorled. Angiosperm - ANSWER-Plant with seeds borne in an ovary. Consist of two large groups: monocotyledons(grasses,palms,and related plants) and dicotyledons(most woody trees,shrubs,herbaceous plants,and related plants).contrast with gymnosperms. Class - AN...

Because pruning removes leaves and reduces the overall photosynthetic capacity of a tree, it also reduces _______. - ANSWER-growth Name five common reasons for removing limbs from trees. - ANSWER-dead diseased hazardous crossing thinning for light or air penetration weight reduction size reduction obstructing signs, views, clearance, etc. To maximize flowering, plants that bloom on current season's wood should be pruned prior to ______ ______, or in the summer after bloom has occur...

3 strand - ANSWER-3 strands twisted together in spiral pattern 12 strand - ANSWER-Braided rope of 12 strands. 2 types, 1- tight braided not easily splicable, used for climbing or rigging lines,2- loose, easily spliceable braid, used for slings 16 strand - ANSWER-Braided rope, load bearing cover and a core that is not significant in load bearing. 24 strand - ANSWER-- braided rope, 24 strand cover available in double braid or kernmantle. Access line - ANSWER-1-line hung in tree for eme...

List four defects that might be found during rope inspection that would require a rope to be retired. - ANSWER-cuts, excessive fraying puffs, pulled or herniated fibers abrasions changes in diameter discoloration glazing of the fibers Before climbing a tree, a climber should inspect the tree for hazards such as... (list 5) - ANSWER-broken limbs electrical hazards dead limbs decay splits True/False - The load on any piece of climbing or rigging equipment can be many times higher th...

Aerial Rescue - ANSWER-Method of bringing an injured worker down from an aerial lift device ANSI Z133.1 - ANSWER-The US, industry-developed, national consensus SAFETY standards of practice for tree care Back cut - ANSWER-Cut made on a tree trunk or branch, opposite from and toward the notch, face cut, or undercut, to complete felling or branch removal Barber Chair - ANSWER-Dangerous condition created when a tree or branch splits upward vertically from the back cut or slab (CSA) Canad...

stressed - ANSWER-If a tree is not well suited for the site in chich it has been planted, it may become _______, predisposing it to other problems. roots - ANSWER-A common mistake in diagnosis is to carefully examine the above ground portion of the tree, while ignoring the ______. abiotic - ANSWER-Leaf scorch, girdling roots, and mineral deficiencies are examples of ______ disorders egg laying - ANSWER-Insect damage to trees is usually the result of feeding or _____ ______. ISA - Arbor...

Abscission Zone - ANSWER-Area at the base of the petiole where cellular break down leads to leaf and fruit drop. Absorbing root - ANSWER-Fine,fibrous roots that take up water and minerals. Most absorbing roots are within the top 12 inches (30cm) of soil. Adventitious bud - ANSWER-Bud arising from a place other than a leaf axil or shoot tip,usually as a result of hormonal triggers. Aerial root - ANSWER-Aboveground roots. Usually adventitious in nature and sometimes having unique adaptive...

List the three components of risk assessment. - ANSWER-potential for failure environment that may contribute to failure potential target By definition, if there is no _______, a tree cannot pose a risk. - ANSWER-target When performing a tree assessment, it is important to develop and stick to a _______ process. - ANSWER-systematic For structural strength, branches should be _______ in diameter than their parent limbs or trunk. - ANSWER-smaller _______ _______ fungi primarily decay ...