Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator Exam Study
Guide Latest Complete Questions and 100%
Correct Answers (Top Score Assurance)
• 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
• The disease that is generally the result of unfavorable growing conditions, such as
temperature
or moisture extremes, soil compaction, pesticide or fertilizer excess, etc..? -
✓✓Noninfectious Disease
• The first step in planning a successful weed control program is -✓✓Identify the weed
(scouting)
• Broadleaf weeds differ from grasses how -✓✓They have netted veins that are usually
less elongated than that of grass leaves.
• This weed germinates in the spring, develops a root system and a low-growing cluster
of
leaves called a rosette? -✓✓Biennial
• The part of the pesticide that kills is the? -✓✓Active ingredient
• What do Wettable powders require when mixed with water.... -✓✓agitation
• What do Surfactants do? -✓✓Decrease the surface tension of water, allowing the
water carrier to spread over the
surface.
• 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.
• How can you tell two pesticides are not compatible? -✓✓The mixture may curdle, gel
or become sludge like.
• The pre-harvest interval is the? -✓✓Amount of time that a crop can be harvested after
it has been sprayed.
• Which of the following is on every label? -✓✓Keep out of Reach of Children.
, • Who can purchase Restricted Use Pesticides? -✓✓Certified Applicators or persons
under their direct supervision.
• What part of the label should you look under to find the minimum PPE you should
wear? -✓✓Precautionary Statement.
• How often should you read the pesticide label? -✓✓Every time you purchase the
product
• The Office of Safety and Health Administration protects the nation's workers through
dissemination of information.... -✓✓"Worker Right-to-Know"
• 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.
• If you spill highly concentrated chemicals on your cloths how should you clean them? -
✓✓Don't, dispose of them properly.
• 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.
• 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.
• What is a major concern of drift? -✓✓Off target damage to vegetation and people.
• 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
*****All of the above*****
• What is a major complaint to the Dept. of Agriculture about spraying? -✓✓Drift from
farms, etc...
• 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.
• When is the best time to spray if bees are in the area? -✓✓Dawn and dusk.
Guide Latest Complete Questions and 100%
Correct Answers (Top Score Assurance)
• 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
• The disease that is generally the result of unfavorable growing conditions, such as
temperature
or moisture extremes, soil compaction, pesticide or fertilizer excess, etc..? -
✓✓Noninfectious Disease
• The first step in planning a successful weed control program is -✓✓Identify the weed
(scouting)
• Broadleaf weeds differ from grasses how -✓✓They have netted veins that are usually
less elongated than that of grass leaves.
• This weed germinates in the spring, develops a root system and a low-growing cluster
of
leaves called a rosette? -✓✓Biennial
• The part of the pesticide that kills is the? -✓✓Active ingredient
• What do Wettable powders require when mixed with water.... -✓✓agitation
• What do Surfactants do? -✓✓Decrease the surface tension of water, allowing the
water carrier to spread over the
surface.
• 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.
• How can you tell two pesticides are not compatible? -✓✓The mixture may curdle, gel
or become sludge like.
• The pre-harvest interval is the? -✓✓Amount of time that a crop can be harvested after
it has been sprayed.
• Which of the following is on every label? -✓✓Keep out of Reach of Children.
, • Who can purchase Restricted Use Pesticides? -✓✓Certified Applicators or persons
under their direct supervision.
• What part of the label should you look under to find the minimum PPE you should
wear? -✓✓Precautionary Statement.
• How often should you read the pesticide label? -✓✓Every time you purchase the
product
• The Office of Safety and Health Administration protects the nation's workers through
dissemination of information.... -✓✓"Worker Right-to-Know"
• 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.
• If you spill highly concentrated chemicals on your cloths how should you clean them? -
✓✓Don't, dispose of them properly.
• 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.
• 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.
• What is a major concern of drift? -✓✓Off target damage to vegetation and people.
• 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
*****All of the above*****
• What is a major complaint to the Dept. of Agriculture about spraying? -✓✓Drift from
farms, etc...
• 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.
• When is the best time to spray if bees are in the area? -✓✓Dawn and dusk.
