FUMIGATION & TERMITE CONTROL EXAM PREP: TEST BANK (482.226 /
5E-14.003) – 100 FREQUENTLY TESTED MCQS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
& EXPLANATIONS 2025
1. What is the primary mechanism of action for borate termiticides like Bora-Care?
A. Nervous system disruption
B. Metabolic inhibition
C. Chitin synthesis inhibition
D. Sterilization of reproductives
Answer: B. Metabolic inhibition
Explanation: Borates interfere with termites' metabolic processes, disrupting their ability to
convert food into energy.
2. Which termiticide class includes fipronil (e.g., Termidor) and targets the insect
nervous system?
A. Pyrethroids
B. Neonicotinoids
C. Phenylpyrazoles
D. Chitin inhibitors
Answer: C. Phenylpyrazoles
,Explanation: Fipronil is a phenylpyrazole that disrupts the GABA receptor in the nervous
system, causing hyperexcitation.
3. A WDO inspection report in Florida must NOT include:
A. Visible damage from old house borers
B. Non-damaging mildew fungi odor
C. Mud tubes from subterranean termites
D. Live carpenter ants
Answer: B. Non-damaging mildew fungi odor
Explanation: Florida regulations specify that non-damaging fungi should not be mentioned in
the report.
4. Which statement about Formosan termites is FALSE?
A. They swarm on warm, humid nights.
B. Their nests contain carton material.
C. They are less destructive than Eastern subterranean termites.
D. They are the most economically important subterranean termite worldwide.
Answer: C. They are less destructive than Eastern subterranean termites.
Explanation: Formosan termites are highly aggressive and cause more damage than native
species.
,5. Hexaflumuron (e.g., Sentricon) is an insect growth regulator (IGR). How does it
work?
A. Inhibits molting by blocking chitin synthesis
B. Causes paralysis via sodium channel modulation
C. Disrupts mitochondrial function
D. Acts as a stomach poison
Answer: A. Inhibits molting by blocking chitin synthesis
Explanation: IGRs like hexaflumuron prevent larvae from developing into adults by interfering
with chitin production.
6. Which slab type is MOST vulnerable to subterranean termite entry?
A. Monolithic
B. Supported
C. Floating
D. Reinforced
Answer: C. Floating
Explanation: Floating slabs lack a continuous footer, creating gaps that termites exploit.
, 7. What distinguishes Drywood termite frass from Lyctid beetle frass?
A. Drywood pellets have 6 convex sides; Lyctid frass is powdery.
B. Drywood pellets are gritty; Lyctid frass is pelletized.
C. Both are identical in appearance.
D. Lyctid frass contains mud particles.
Answer: A. Drywood pellets have 6 convex sides; Lyctid frass is powdery.
Explanation: Drywood termite pellets are hexagonal, while Lyctid beetle frass resembles fine
flour.
8. Which PPE consideration is critical when handling pesticides?
A. Color of the gloves
B. Length of exposure time
C. Brand of respirator
D. Country of manufacture
Answer: B. Length of exposure time
Explanation: Prolonged exposure increases absorption risk, necessitating appropriate PPE
duration.
5E-14.003) – 100 FREQUENTLY TESTED MCQS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS
& EXPLANATIONS 2025
1. What is the primary mechanism of action for borate termiticides like Bora-Care?
A. Nervous system disruption
B. Metabolic inhibition
C. Chitin synthesis inhibition
D. Sterilization of reproductives
Answer: B. Metabolic inhibition
Explanation: Borates interfere with termites' metabolic processes, disrupting their ability to
convert food into energy.
2. Which termiticide class includes fipronil (e.g., Termidor) and targets the insect
nervous system?
A. Pyrethroids
B. Neonicotinoids
C. Phenylpyrazoles
D. Chitin inhibitors
Answer: C. Phenylpyrazoles
,Explanation: Fipronil is a phenylpyrazole that disrupts the GABA receptor in the nervous
system, causing hyperexcitation.
3. A WDO inspection report in Florida must NOT include:
A. Visible damage from old house borers
B. Non-damaging mildew fungi odor
C. Mud tubes from subterranean termites
D. Live carpenter ants
Answer: B. Non-damaging mildew fungi odor
Explanation: Florida regulations specify that non-damaging fungi should not be mentioned in
the report.
4. Which statement about Formosan termites is FALSE?
A. They swarm on warm, humid nights.
B. Their nests contain carton material.
C. They are less destructive than Eastern subterranean termites.
D. They are the most economically important subterranean termite worldwide.
Answer: C. They are less destructive than Eastern subterranean termites.
Explanation: Formosan termites are highly aggressive and cause more damage than native
species.
,5. Hexaflumuron (e.g., Sentricon) is an insect growth regulator (IGR). How does it
work?
A. Inhibits molting by blocking chitin synthesis
B. Causes paralysis via sodium channel modulation
C. Disrupts mitochondrial function
D. Acts as a stomach poison
Answer: A. Inhibits molting by blocking chitin synthesis
Explanation: IGRs like hexaflumuron prevent larvae from developing into adults by interfering
with chitin production.
6. Which slab type is MOST vulnerable to subterranean termite entry?
A. Monolithic
B. Supported
C. Floating
D. Reinforced
Answer: C. Floating
Explanation: Floating slabs lack a continuous footer, creating gaps that termites exploit.
, 7. What distinguishes Drywood termite frass from Lyctid beetle frass?
A. Drywood pellets have 6 convex sides; Lyctid frass is powdery.
B. Drywood pellets are gritty; Lyctid frass is pelletized.
C. Both are identical in appearance.
D. Lyctid frass contains mud particles.
Answer: A. Drywood pellets have 6 convex sides; Lyctid frass is powdery.
Explanation: Drywood termite pellets are hexagonal, while Lyctid beetle frass resembles fine
flour.
8. Which PPE consideration is critical when handling pesticides?
A. Color of the gloves
B. Length of exposure time
C. Brand of respirator
D. Country of manufacture
Answer: B. Length of exposure time
Explanation: Prolonged exposure increases absorption risk, necessitating appropriate PPE
duration.
