Aptive Practice Test #1
In what location in the interior of a residence would flea larvae most likely be found?
In the carpet
Which of the following weather conditions is highly conductive to flea development?
Warm and Humid
Which of the following residual insecticide application methods provides the quickest
knockdown for the control of fleas in the lawn area?
Power Spray
Preparing a house for chemical treatment of which of the following pests involves
removing objects from the floor beforehand?
Cat fleas
Which of the following application procedures is highly effective for treating an interior
carpet for fleas?
Low Pressure Fan Spray
Why would it be useful to treat the family dog at the same time the residence is being
treated for fleas?
Reduces possibility of re-infestation
How does an insect growth regulator (IGR) treatment affect fleas?
Prevents fleas from reproducing
It is necessary to find out from the homeowner where the pet's bedding is during a flea
inspection in a residence.
True
In which stage of a flea's life cycle are pesticides ineffective and hardest to control?
Pupae
Why should you have the homeowner vacuum after treatment for fleas?
To cause pupa to turn into adult
Flea eggs can be recognized by their ________________ color.
Pearly white
The ____________ flea is the most common pest in and around U.S homes?
Cat
Which of the following spiders is indicated by strong, irregularly-arranged webs?
Black Widow
What are the characteristics of a Black widow spider web?
Irregular, scaffold type
Should a house centipede be found in a home, which of the following areas should be
inspected by a field representative?
Damp area outdoors
A centipede uses its ____________ to inject poison?
Claw
A centipede can be described as having?