Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator Practice Test Study Guide Rated A+

Which of the following is not a type of pesticide? {Ans: a) wettable powder b) microencapsulated c) ****surfactant**** d) soluble powder}What type of nozzle sprays in a cone pattern with droplets throughout? {Ans: Solid-cone.}Which of the following is important to consider when purchasing and applying a pesticide? {Ans: 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 *****All of the above*****}Pesticide failure can be caused by which of the following? {Ans: a) pest resistance b) inappropriate rate of pesticide used c) environmental factors unfavorable for pesticide activity d)****all of the above****}What pump would you use if you wanted low flow rates and psi of up to 1000 {Ans: Piston.}What is a major concern of drift? {Ans: Off target damage to vegetation and people.}How do you determine if the pesticide you are using is prone to volatilization? {Ans: Check the label, it often indicates.}The disease that is generally the result of unfavorable growing conditions, such as temperature or moisture extremes, soil compaction, pesticide or fertilizer excess, etc..? {Ans: Noninfectious Disease}What should