Applicator test for Illinois, General Standards Exam 2023 with
complete solution;100 Questions and Answers
1. 1. The goal of IPM isn't to eliminate the entire pest population but.....To
avoid adverse effects on humans wildlife and the environment
2. 2. Which of the following words is that number of pests per plant or
the amount of damage to a plant at which point control measures
should begin?: Economic Threshold
3. 3. What can be said about insects?: They have three pairs of jointed
legs.
4. 4. Which of the following is an incomplete life cycle?: Egg nymph and
adult.
5. 5. The disease that is generally the result of unfavorable growing condi-
tions such as temperature or moisture extremes soil compaction
pesticide or fertilizer excess etc..?: Noninfectious Disease
6. 6. The first step in planning a successful weed control program is?:
Identify the weed (scouting)
7. 7. Broadleaf weeds differ from grasses how?: They have netted veins
that are usually less elongated than that of grass leaves.
8. 8. This weed germinates in the spring develops a root system and
a low-growing cluster of leaves called a rosette?: Biennial
9. 9. The part of the pesticide that kills is the?: Active ingredient
10.10. Wettable powders when mixed with water....: Require agitation
11.11. What do Surfactants do?: Decrease the surface tension of water
allowing the water carrier to spread over the surface.
12.12. Can you mix two pesticides together if the label doesn't specify
they can be mixed?: Yes your responsibility to make sure they retain
their properties.
13.13. How can you tell two pesticides are not compatible?: The mixture
may curdle gel or become sludge like.
14.14. How long is certification valid in Illinois before an
applicator/operator must retest?: Each exam is valid for a period of up to
3 years as long as annual renewal forms are submitted.
15.15. The pre-harvest interval is the?: Amount of time that a crop
can be harvested after it has been sprayed.
16.16. Which of the following is on every label?: Keep out of Reach of
Children.
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, Applicator test for Illinois, General Standards Exam 2023 with
complete solution;100 Questions and Answers
17.17. Who can purchase Restricted Use Pesticides?: Certified
Applicators or persons under their direct supervision.
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, Applicator test for Illinois, General Standards Exam 2023 with
complete solution;100 Questions and Answers
18.18. What part of the label should you look under to find the minimum
PPE you should wear?: Precautionary Statement.
19.19. How often should you read the pesticide label?: Every time you
pur- chase the product- can be used up to the phase out date
20. 20. The Office of Safety and Health Administration protects the
nation's workers through
dissemination of information....: "Worker Right-to-Know"
21.21. Which of the following dermal exposures is the most serious?:
When a pesticide mixed with oil crosses the skin barrier and into the
bloodstream the results can be fatal.
22.22. If you spill highly concentrated chemicals on your cloths how
should you clean them?: Don't, dispose of them properly.
23.23. When filling rinsing draining and cleaning your equipment
preferably the area should have?: A wash pad wash rack or concrete
apron with a well designed sump to catch contaminated water.
24.24. What is the best way to get rid of excess chemical?: Dilute excess
and reapply to area but do not exceed label rates for area.
25.25. What is a major concern of drift?: Off target damage to
vegetation and people.
26.26. Which of the following is important to consider when purchasing
and applying a pesticide?: a) The label is a legal document
b) Before you buy and apply a pesticide read the label
c) A General Use pesticide is not given a classification on the label
--d) All of the above
27. 27. What is a major complaint to the Dept. of Agriculture about
spraying?-
: Drift from farms etc...
28. 28. If you were going to spray an area and there are bee colonies with-
in two miles what should
you do?: Contact the bee keepers 48 hrs. in advance so the
colonies can be moved.
29.29. When is the best time to spray if bees are in the area?: Dawn and
dusk.
30. 30. Must be used with special caution near bee hives since bees
may carry them back to the hive
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