An Alternative to Using Pesticides Is to ________

question 39

Multiple Choice

An alternative to using pesticides is to ________.

• A)grow trees and hedges that can be habitats and refuge for beneficial insects and pest predators
• B)hand-pick egg masses or larvae off plants
• C)introduce large numbers of sterile individuals to an insect community
• D)grow transgenic plants that are able to kill the bugs that eat them
• E)all of the above

---

Definitions:

Eastern Cultures

Societal norms, practices, and traditions that are characteristic of countries and regions in Eastern parts of the world, such as Asia.

Shy Individualist

An individual who prioritizes personal independence and self-reliance but tends to be reserved or introverted in social situations.

Upward Social Comparisons

The process of comparing oneself with others who are perceived to be better off or more successful, often influencing self-esteem.

Downward Social Comparisons

A self-evaluation tactic where individuals compare themselves to others who are less competent or in a worse situation, often to feel better about themselves.