Question 4025 of 401 · Texas Pesticide Applicator General Standards Exam
Which event can cause a pest outbreak after a broad spectrum insecticide kills natural enemies?
Exactly one answer is correct.
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Correct answer to question 4025
- B: Secondary pest outbreak or resurgence
Explanation
Killing predators can allow pests, especially those that reproduce quickly, to rebound or secondary pests to flare up.
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