Question 4023 of 398 · Ohio Pesticide Applicator Core Exam

What is an advantage of selective pesticides in IPM?

Exactly one answer is correct.

AThey control target pests while sparing many beneficial organisms
BThey control every pest on the crop with a single application
CThey stay active in the field for much longer than other products
DThey remove the need to scout the crop for later problems

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Correct answer to question 4023

A: They control target pests while sparing many beneficial organisms

Explanation

Selective products reduce harm to natural enemies and nontargets, supporting biological control.