Washington Pesticide Laws and Safety Practice Test

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What is the first step in developing an IPM program?

Define the management system
Develop reliable monitoring techniques
Identify the pest to be managed
Use economic thresholds

The correct answer is: Identify the pest to be managed

One of the main principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is to prevent pests from becoming a problem in the first place. This means that the first step in developing an IPM program is to identify the pest that is causing or could potentially cause harm. This allows for a targeted and effective approach in managing the pest. Option A, defining the management system, would come later in the process once the pest has been identified. Option B, developing reliable monitoring techniques, is also an important step in IPM, but it comes after the pest has been identified. Option D, using economic thresholds, is a helpful tool in IPM but it comes after the pest has been identified and monitored. Therefore, the correct answer is C, identifying the pest to be managed.