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Using barriers to prevent pest from getting into an area is an example of which type of pest management? |
Mechanical management |
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Making use of plant varieties that are naturally resistant to insect feeding is an example of which type of pest management method? |
Genetic management |
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Which statement about biological control methods is true? |
Modifying the environment to enhance natural enemies is recommended in biological control. |
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Sealing cracks an crevices and small openings in building is an example of which type of pest management method? |
Physical management |
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Which statement about cultural control practices is true? |
They reduce pest establishment, reproduction, and survival. |
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Monitoring pest at airports and ocean ports that pose a serious threat to public health or widespread damage to crops or animals is an example of which type of pest management method? |
Regulatory management |
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Which statement about pest management strategies in IPM is true? |
The goal is to prevent pest from reaching damaging levels. |
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Which would be considered a preventive pest management strategy? |
Planting weed and disease free seed on an athletic field. |
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Which statement about action thresholds is true? |
The action threshold for pest may be set at a zero pest population density. |
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Which would increase the likelihood of pesticide resistance? |
Continual use of pesticides from the same chemical class. |
