Which of the Following Methods Would Be Most Effective in Preventing

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following methods would be most effective in preventing the evolution of pesticide resistance?

• A)Using more pesticide whenever resistance appears in the pest population
• B)Applying pesticides to the soil before planting and after harvesting a crop
• C)Using pesticides only during major outbreaks of pests
• D)Using crop rotation and biological controls instead of pesticides

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