FREE Certified Horticulturist Pest and Disease Management Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) practice?

Accepted Answer

Introducing natural predators to control pests

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Applying chemical pesticides preventively

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Eliminating all insects from the environment

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Only using organic pesticides

Question 2

What is the primary sign of powdery mildew infection?

Accepted Answer

White, powdery coating on leaves

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Water-soaked lesions on leaves

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Brown or black leaf spots with yellow halos

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Webbing on plant stems and leaves

Question 3

Which pest is most commonly associated with honeydew production on plants?

Accepted Answer

Aphids

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Japanese beetles

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Spider mites

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Caterpillars

Question 4

What is a primary cultural practice to reduce the risk of root rot in plants?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring proper drainage in soil or containers

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Watering heavily every day

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Planting in poorly drained soils

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Avoiding overhead irrigation

Question 5

What type of pest is controlled using Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt)?

Accepted Answer

Caterpillars and larvae

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Fungal pathogens

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Nematodes

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Aphids