Question 4024 of 398 · Ohio Pesticide Applicator Core Exam

Which statement describes an economic injury level?

Exactly one answer is correct.

AThe pest density at which no crop damage is occurring at all
BThe highest pest density that was recorded during the season
CThe pest density at which control cost equals the damage cost
DThe lowest pest density that scouting methods are able to detect

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Correct answer to question 4024

C: The pest density at which control cost equals the damage cost

Explanation

Economic injury level is the break-even point. The action threshold is set below it so control can occur in time.