Pre-Test

Question 1

The key to minimizing the hazard of pesticide use to the applicator is to avoid exposure. (True or False)

Answer 1

True

Question 2

The use of temperature or humidity manipulation is a \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ control method for pests.
A. Cultural
B. Biological
C. Legal
D. Physical

Answer 2

D. Physical

Question 3

Pesticide drift problems can be reduced using:
A. Lower sprayer pressure and smaller nozzle orifices.
B. Applying in very calm, stable air conditions.
C. Spraying upwind of a sensitive area and leaving an untreated border.
D. Using a nozzle that produces larger droplets.

Answer 3

D. Using a nozzle that produces larger droplets.

Question 4

Which is not a disadvantage of an emulsifiable concentrate pesticide?
A. Higher phytotoxicity hazard
B. May be easily absorbed by skin
C. Needs constant agitation
D. Flammable

Answer 4

C. Needs constant agitation

Question 5

EPA and ISDA are the only federal and state agencies that regulate pesticides. (True or False)

Answer 5

False

Question 6

Two or more pesticides that cannot be effectively mixed together are said to be _____________.

Answer 6

Incompatible

Question 7

All formulations with the same active ingredient carry the same signal word. (True or False)

Answer 7

False

Question 8

The best way to dispose of a registered pesticide is to:
A. Pour it into the sewer system
B. Wrap it tightly in plastic and dispose with regular trash
C. Use it according to the label directions
D. Ship the rinsate to the US EPA

Answer 8

C. Use it according to the label directions

Question 9

Wettable powder formulations pose little or no inhalation health risks during mixing or loading. (True or False)

Answer 9

False

Question 10

The Skull and Crossbones symbol must appear on every pesticide label. (True or False)

Answer 10

False

Question 11

Which LD50 is representative of a highly toxic pesticide?
A. 640 mg/kg
B. 35 mg/kg
C. 5900 mg/kg
D. 510 mg/kg

Answer 11

B. 35 mg/kg

Question 12

Pesticide contaminated surface water can contaminate groundwater. (True or False)

Answer 12

True

Question 13

Pesticide application records are required for restricted use pesticide application. (True or False)

Answer 13

True

Question 14

A person can apply a restricted use pesticide without an ISDA license if he uses hand equipment only. (True or False)

Answer 14

False

Question 15

Dealers must keep records for seven years on the sale of general use agricultural pesticides. (True or False)

Answer 15

False.