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Which of these target pests is specifically mentioned as being controlled by foliar applications to landscape ornamentals?
- Scorpions
- Fire ants
- Honeydew-producing insects
- Plant-sucking insects like aphids and scale
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The label notes that foliar applications to landscape ornamentals will control aphids, scale insects, and other plant-sucking insects.According to the label restrictions, where is application prohibited?
- On the underside of leaves
- On edible crops
- On shaded, moist areas
- On exterior walls and weep holes
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The label restrictions state: 'Do not apply this product to edible crops.'When performing a fire ant mound drench, how much diluted insecticide should be sprinkled over the mound and surrounding area?
- 0.25 to 1.5 gallons
- 1 to 2 gallons
- Exactly 1 gallon
- Exactly 2 gallons
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The label instructions for fire ants say to 'Gently sprinkle 1 to 2 gals of the diluted insecticide over the surface of each mound and surrounding area to a 2-foot diameter.'Which of the following is a prohibited application method for Suspend Polyzone?
- Applying as a perimeter treatment around a structure
- Applying through any type of irrigation system
- Applying as a spot treatment in cracks and crevices
- Applying as a coarse wet spray in shaded, moist areas
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The label explicitly states: 'Do not apply Suspend PolyZone through any type of irrigation system.'When treating for occasional invaders like boxelder bugs or elm leaf beetles, where should the product be applied for best results?
- Directly into the soil around the foundation
- Only to the underside of leaves on ornamental plants
- To trees and shrubs early in the season
- As a drench into the insect nests
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The label states: 'For best results, treat trees and shrubs infested with boxelder bugs, elm leaf beetles, and other occasional invading species early in the season.'What is the specific dilution rate required for a fire ant mound drench?
- 0.25 oz per one gallon of water
- 0.75 oz per one gallon of water
- 1.5 oz per one gallon of water
- 1.5 oz per five gallons of water
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For fire ants, the label specifies to dilute 1.5 oz per one gal of water for a mound drench.When treating landscape ornamentals for aphids and scale insects, how should the product be applied?
- As a heavy drench to ensure soil saturation
- As a light mist without allowing run-off
- Through an irrigation system for deep root penetration
- As a coarse wet spray directly onto the soil
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The label states to apply a light mist of the dilute spray and do not allow run-off when treating landscape ornamentals.To achieve the best results, at what temperature range should applications be made?
- 50 to 65°F
- 65 to 80°F
- 75 to 90°F
- 80 to 100°F
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The label recommends applying in cool weather, 65 to 80°F, or in early morning or late evening hours.← All practice exams