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KOSSA Sample Questions
Bell Ringers
Bell- ringer Expectations
• You will keep a full weeks worth of bell- ringers before turning them in
• If you are absent, you are responsible for getting the questions from your classmates– This DOES NOT mean waiting until Friday, and then
copying the whole week from a classmate• You must write the question and answer for full
credit• Write the date each day followed by the question
and answer
ExampleYour name
1-1-111. What is…?
a.Answer:2. What is…?
a.Answer:1-2-11
3. What is…?a.Answer:
4. What is…?a.Answer:
Date1. The 3 major plant cell parts are:
a. Cell wall, chloroplast, goigi b. Cell wall, goigi, nucleusc. Cell wall, cytoplasm, nucleusd. Cell wall, nucleus, vacuole
2. What are the major vegetative parts of the plant?
a. Leaf, flower, seedb. Leaf, root, stemc. Root, seed, budd. Stem, flower, node
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1. The 3 major plant cell parts are:a. Cell wall, chloroplast, goigi b. Cell wall, goigi, nucleusc. Cell wall, cytoplasm, nucleusd. Cell wall, nucleus, vacuole
2. What are the major vegetative parts of the plant?a. Leaf, flower, seedb. Leaf, root, stemc. Root, seed, budd. Stem, flower, node
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1. What are the major reproductive parts of the plant?a. Leaf root, stemb. Leaf, flower, seedc. Leaf, fruit, stemd. Flower, fruit, seed
2. What are the four essential plant parts?a. leaf, flower, stem, rootb. Leaf, root, seed, flowerc. Flower, seed, petal, rootd. Stem, flower, root, seed
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1. What are the major reproductive parts of the plant?a. Leaf root, stemb. Leaf, flower, seedc. Leaf, fruit, stemd. Flower, fruit, seed
2. What are the four essential plant parts?a. leaf, flower, stem, rootb. Leaf, root, seed, flowerc. Flower, seed, petal, rootd. Stem, flower, root, seed
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1. The four main parts of the flower:a. stamen, style, ovary, pistilb. Petal, pistil, stamen, sepalc. Anther, petal, sepal, receptacled. Anther, petal, stamen, receptacle
2. Plant production from a cutting is a type of ___________________ propagation.
a. Asexualb. Bisexualc. Sexuald. Unsexual
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1. The four main parts of the flower:a. stamen, style, ovary, pistilb. Petal, pistil, stamen, sepalc. Anther, petal, sepal, receptacled. Anther, petal, stamen, receptacle
2. Plant production from a cutting is a type of ___________________ propagation.
a. Asexualb. Bisexualc. Sexuald. Unsexual
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1. A monocotyledon is defined as:a. Embryo with no cotyledonb. Embryo with single cotyledonc. Embryo with two cotyledonsd. Embryo with three cotyledons
2. Cotyledons are defined as:a. Vascular bundleb. Seedlingsc. Embryod. Seed leaves
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1. A monocotyledon is defined as:a. Embryo with no cotyledonb. Embryo with single cotyledonc. Embryo with two cotyledonsd. Embryo with three cotyledons
2. Cotyledons are defined as:a. Vascular bundleb. Seedlingsc. Embryod. Seed leaves
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1. The required conditions for germination include:a. Moisture, soil, temperatureb. Soil, air temperaturec. Moisture, air, optimal temperaturesd. Light, soil, temperature
2. The most favorable temperature for seed germination is:
a. 65- 80b. 32- 105c. 32- 65d. 80- 105
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1. The required conditions for germination include:a. Moisture, soil, temperatureb. Soil, air temperaturec. Moisture, air, optimal temperaturesd. Light, soil, temperature
2. The most favorable temperature for seed germination is:
a. 65- 80b. 32- 105c. 32- 65d. 80- 105
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1. Vigor is:a. The ability of seeds to germinate under different conditionsb. The ability of the seed to work hardc. The ability of the seed to growd. The ability of the seed to grow fast
2. A monocot plant example is:a. Beanb. Carrotc. Oatsd. Turnip
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1. Vigor is:a. The ability of seeds to germinate under different
conditionsb. The ability of the seed to work hardc. The ability of the seed to growd. The ability of the seed to grow fast
2. A monocot plant example is:a. Beanb. Carrotc. Oatsd. Turnip
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1. Dicots have:a. Fibrous rootsb. Tap rootsc. Non- fibrous rootsd. Adventurous roots
2. Which of the following is not a specialized stem:a. Tuberb. Buldc. Tendrild. Root
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1. Dicots have:a. Fibrous rootsb. Tap rootsc. Non- fibrous rootsd. Adventurous roots
2. Which of the following is not a specialized stem:a. Tuberb. Buldc. Tendrild. Root
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1. An evergreen is an example of an:a. Annualb. Biannualc. Perenniald. Winter annual
2. Trees and shrubs that drop all of their leaves in the fall:a. annualb. biannualc. deciduousd. evergreen
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An evergreen is an example of an:a. Annualb. Biannualc. Perenniald. Winter annual
2. Trees and shrubs that drop all of their leaves in the fall:a. annualb. biannualc. deciduousd. evergreen
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1. Parent material of the glacial origin that was deposited by wind:a. alluviumb. loessc. glacial tilld. topography
2. Many soils have been formed from material originally moved by:a. glaciersb. windc. waterd. human
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1. Parent material of the glacial origin that was deposited by wind:a. alluviumb. loessc. glacial tilld. topography
2. Many soils have been formed from material originally moved by:a. glaciersb. windc. waterd. human
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1. As materials such as organic matter and minerals are altered in the soil, this process is called:
a. Translocationb. Transpiration c. Transformationd. Relocation
2. Most productive soils range from:a. 1- 4 pHb. 4- 9 pHc. 7- 9 pHd. 9- 14 pH
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1. As materials such as organic matter and minerals are altered in the soil, this process is called:
a. Translocationb. Transpiration c. Transformationd. Relocation
2. Most productive soils range from:a. 1- 4 pHb. 4- 9 pHc. 7- 9 pHd. 9- 14 pH
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1. Which of the following is known as the most highly visible erosion?
a. Gully erosionb. Rill erosionc. Sheet erosiond. Steep erosion
2. Which practice will reduce and prevent soil erosion on property?
a. Mechanical tillageb. Crop rotationc. Monocroppingd. Traditional tillage
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1. Which of the following is known as the most highly visible erosion?
a. Gully erosionb. Rill erosionc. Sheet erosiond. Steep erosion
2. Which practice will reduce and prevent soil erosion on property?
a. Mechanical tillageb. Crop rotationc. Monocroppingd. Traditional tillage
Date
1. Three functions of a growing medium:a. Provide fertilizer, moisture, oxygenb. Provide seed cover, support, lightc. Provide nutrients, support, oxygend. Provide seed cover, nutrients, moisture
2. Common components is a soilless mix are:a. Peat moss, perlite, vermiculiteb. Sand, silt, clayc. Sand, peat moss, barkd. Perlite, vermiculite, miracle grow
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1. Three functions of a growing medium:a. Provide fertilizer, moisture, oxygenb. Provide seed cover, support, lightc. Provide nutrients, support, oxygend. Provide seed cover, nutrients, moisture
2. Common components is a soilless mix are:a. Peat moss, perlite, vermiculiteb. Sand, silt, clayc. Sand, peat moss, barkd. Perlite, vermiculite, miracle grow
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1. A soil that contains equal amounts of sand, silt, and clay is called a:
a. Even mixb. Sandy siltc. Uniform mixd. Loam
2. Soil is classified by the amount of:a. sand, silt, clay and loam it containsb. Where it is found in the soil profilec. Silt, clay, graveld. Sand, silt, clay it contains
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1. A soil that contains equal amounts of sand, silt, and clay is called a:
a. Even mixb. Sandy siltc. Uniform mixd. Loam
2. Soil is classified by the amount of:a. sand, silt, clay and loam it containsb. Where it is found in the soil profilec. Silt, clay, graveld. Sand, silt, clay it contains
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1. A document that guides the operation of a business:a. Business planb. Marketing planc. Mission statementd. Planning statement
2. Fertilizer containing 15- 10- 26 contains:a. 15% nitrogen, 10% phosphate, 26% potashb. 15% phosphate, 10% nitrogen, 26% potashc. 15% potash, 10% phosphate, and 26% nitrogend. None of the above
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1. A document that guides the operation of a business:a. Business planb. Marketing planc. Mission statementd. Planning statement
2. Fertilizer containing 15- 10- 26 contains:a. 15% nitrogen, 10% phosphate, 26% potashb. 15% phosphate, 10% nitrogen, 26% potashc. 15% potash, 10% phosphate, and 26% nitrogend. None of the above
Date1. Ben gave Cami an approximate price for yard work to be completed
this is called a (an)a. Cost summationb. Estimatec. Bid d. Contingency cost
2. For the new landscaping job you will be required to utilize landscape fabric. The area to be covered is 16’ X 16’ and the fabric measures 3’ X 5’. How many rolls of fabric will it take to cover the area?
a. 18b. 16c. 5d. 19
Answers1. Ben gave Cami an approximate price for yard work to be completed
this is called a (an)a. Cost summationb. Estimatec. Bid d. Contingency cost
2. For the new landscaping job you will be required to utilize landscape fabric. The area to be covered is 16’ X 16’ and the fabric measures 3’ X 5’. How many rolls of fabric will it take to cover the area?
a. 18b. 16c. 5d. 19
Date1. Use the Punnett Square method to estimate
the possible gene combinations for the following situation. Crossing a yellow marigold (YY) with an orange marigold (yy). What would be the offspring’s gene combination?
a. YYb. Yyc. Yyd. yY
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1. Use the Punnett Square method to estimate the possible gene combinations for the following situation. Crossing a yellow marigold (YY) with an orange marigold (yy). What would be the offspring’s gene combination?
a. YYb. Yyc. Yyd. yY
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1. Use the Punnett Square method to estimate the possible gene combinations for the following situation. Crossing a red rose (RR) with a white rose (rr). What would the phenotype ration be?
a. 4:0 dominant: recessiveb. 2:1 dominant: recessivec. 2:2 dominant: recessived. 0:4 dominant recessive
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1. Use the Punnett Square method to estimate the possible gene combinations for the following situation. Crossing a red rose (RR) with a white rose (rr). What would the phenotype ration be?
a. 4:0 dominant: recessiveb. 2:1 dominant: recessivec. 2:2 dominant: recessived. 0:4 dominant recessive
Date
1. The method of asexual propagation that involves the growing of small pieces of plant tissue:
a. Propagation cultureb. Plant culturec. Cell cultured. Tissue culture
2. Qualitative traits are traits controlled by:a. Several pairs of genesb. A single pair of genesc. Six pairs of genesd. Seven pairs of genes
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1. The method of asexual propagation that involves the growing of small pieces of plant tissue:
a. Propagation cultureb. Plant culturec. Cell cultured. Tissue culture
2. Qualitative traits are traits controlled by:a. Several pairs of genesb. A single pair of genesc. Six pairs of genesd. Seven pairs of genes
Date1. You have decided to buy your mother a corsage for Mother’s Day. The
original cost for a three flower corsage is $15.00 however; the flower shop is running a special $13.00 price for Mother’s Day. What would be the percentage reduction from the original cost?
a. 21.3%b. 15.4%c. 10%d. 40%
2. You have a 30’ X 45’ greenhouse. You need to install tables using the maximum potential of the space. Each table measures 6’ X 12’. Using the given information, determine how many tables you must install. Consider the following stipulations:- There must be a minimum of 5’ aisle lengthwise in the middle of the
greenhouse- There must be minimum of 1; between the long sides of benches and/ or walls- You must fit as many benches as possible in the greenhousea. 4 b. 11c. 20d. 10
Answers1. You have decided to buy your mother a corsage for Mother’s Day. The
original cost for a three flower corsage is $15.00 however; the flower shop is running a special $13.00 price for Mother’s Day. What would be the percentage reduction from the original cost?
a. 21.3%b. 15.4%c. 10%d. 40%
2. You have a 30’ X 45’ greenhouse. You need to install tables using the maximum potential of the space. Each table measures 6’ X 12’. Using the given information, determine how many tables you must install. Consider the following stipulations:- There must be a minimum of 5’ aisle lengthwise in the middle of the
greenhouse- There must be minimum of 1; between the long sides of benches and/ or walls- You must fit as many benches as possible in the greenhousea. 4 b. 11c. 20d. 10
Date1. You have 10 tables that are 6’ X 12’. Each plant flat is 12” X 24”. Determine how
many flats will fit on each table.a. 36b. 48c. 17d. 18
2. As an greenhouse owner there are many different items that must be stored in the headhouse in order to have the items on hand at the right time. Given your headhouse is 15’ X 32’ use the following setup’s to determine the minimum amount of potting soil you are able to store. Remember the following:
-pallets of potting soil 3’ X 3’-there must be minimum of 2’ between the long sides of the pallets and/ or walls-there must be a minimum of 4’ aisle lengthwise in the middle of the headhousea. 24b. 18c. 12d. 6
Answer1. You have 10 tables that are 6’ X 12’. Each plant flat is 12” X 24”. Determine how
many flats will fit on each table.a. 36b. 48c. 17d. 18
2. As an greenhouse owner there are many different items that must be stored in the headhouse in order to have the items on hand at the right time. Given your headhouse is 15’ X 32’ use the following setup’s to determine the minimum amount of potting soil you are able to store. Remember the following:
-pallets of potting soil 3’ X 3’-there must be minimum of 2’ between the long sides of the pallets and/ or walls-there must be a minimum of 4’ aisle lengthwise in the middle of the headhousea. 24b. 18c. 12d. 6
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1. You have been hired to fill 3 planter boxes that hold about 10 cubic feet of soil each. You have the supply store deliver 6 cubic yards of potting mix. How many cubic yards of potting soil do you need to fill the planter boxes?
a. 11.5b. 6c. 30d. 1.1
2. Which of the following the correct soil layer order?a. Sub soil, topsoil, parent material, bed rockb. Parent material, sub soil, top soil, bed rockc. Parent material, top soil, sub soil, bed rockd. Top soil, sub soil, parent material, bed rock
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1. You have been hired to fill 3 planter boxes that hold about 10 cubic feet of soil each. You have the supply store deliver 6 cubic yards of potting mix. How many cubic yards of potting soil do you need to fill the planter boxes?
a. 11.5b. 6c. 30d. 1.1
2. Which of the following the correct soil layer order?a. Sub soil, topsoil, parent material, bed rockb. Parent material, sub soil, top soil, bed rockc. Parent material, top soil, sub soil, bed rockd. Top soil, sub soil, parent material, bed rock
Date
1. Two growth regulators used with tissue culture techniques are:
a. Auxins, cytokininsb. Zuxins, callasc. Cutokinins, plantletsd. Callas, cytikinins
2. The male part of the flower is called the: a. Pistal b. Ovary c. Style d. Stamen
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Two growth regulators used with tissue culture techniques are:
a. Auxins, cytokininsb. Zuxins, callasc. Cutokinins, plantletsd. Callas, cytikinins
2. The male part of the flower is called the: a. Pistal b. Ovary c. Style d. Stamen
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1. A flower which is missing either male or female parts is called:
a. Complete flowerb. Incomplete flowerc. Perfectd. Imperfect flower
2. A form of biotechnology that involves the changing of the genetic makeup of living organisms:
a. Gene manipulationb. Genetic engineeringc. Organism changed. Organism manipulation
Answer
1. A flower which is missing either male or female parts is called:
a. Complete flowerb. Incomplete flowerc. Perfectd. Imperfect flower
2. A form of biotechnology that involves the changing of the genetic makeup of living organisms:
a. Gene manipulationb. Genetic engineeringc. Organism changed. Organism manipulation
Date
1. Which of the following best describes precision farming?a. Use of cropping practices that improve yields based on the needs
of the landb. Using biology to develop new products or processesc. The use of machines and equipment to do precise workd. Technology gathered and recorded data from a great distance
2. Which of the following defines “endosperm”?a. A little plant that eventually grows and develops into the mature
plantb. Fleshy fruitc. The food storage tissue in the seedd. Normal cells containing a double set of chromosomes
Answer
1. Which of the following best describes precision farming?a. Use of cropping practices that improve yields based on the
needs of the landb. Using biology to develop new products or processesc. The use of machines and equipment to do precise workd. Technology gathered and recorded data from a great distance
2. Which of the following defines “endosperm”?a. A little plant that eventually grows and develops into the mature
plantb. Fleshy fruitc. The food storage tissue in the seedd. Normal cells containing a double set of chromosomes
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1. Which of the following does not play a key role in seed germination?
a. Soilb. Moisturec. Air, oxygend. Warm temperature
2. Which part of the seedling will emerge first from a dicot?a. Rootsb. Leavesc. Stemd. Bloom
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1. Which of the following does not play a key role in seed germination?
a. Soilb. Moisturec. Air, oxygend. Warm temperature
2. Which part of the seedling will emerge first from a dicot?a. Rootsb. Leavesc. Stemd. Bloom
Date1. A plant that is identical to the parent plant is known as a:
a. Cloneb. Perfect replicac. Offspringd. Callus
2. At an end of the season sale Jim’s greenhouse is selling all bedding plants 50% off the original price. If Abby buys 6 dailies for $5.00 each, 2 rose bushes for $6.50 each and, 7 ornamental grasses for $11.00 each, what would her bill have been if she had not received the 50% discount?
a. $120b. $134c. $174d. $220
Answers1. A plant that is identical to the parent plant is known as a:
a. Cloneb. Perfect replicac. Offspringd. Callus
2. At an end of the season sale Jim’s greenhouse is selling all bedding plants 50% off the original price. If Abby buys 6 dailies for $5.00 each, 2 rose bushes for $6.50 each and, 7 ornamental grasses for $11.00 each, what would her bill have been if she had not received the 50% discount?
a. $120b. $134c. $174d. $220
Date1. You estimate that your bean crop can be harvested in 2 weeks and 2 days if
you hire three combine drivers to work 12 hours a day, 6 days a week. How many hours do all three combine have to work to harvest the bean crop?a. 1000 hoursb. 504 hoursc. 600 hoursd. 1202 hours
2. Based on the hours worked from the previous question, if you paid each combine driver $13.50 per hour, what would be each person’s take home pay at the end of the harvest?
a. $1350b. $6804c. $1143d. $2268
Answers1. You estimate that your bean crop can be harvested in 2 weeks and 2 days if
you hire three combine drivers to work 12 hours a day, 6 days a week. How many hours do all three combine have to work to harvest the bean crop?a. 1000 hoursb. 504 hoursc. 600 hoursd. 1202 hours
2. Based on the hours worked from the previous question, if you paid each combine driver $13.50 per hour, what would be each person’s take home pay at the end of the harvest?
a. $1350b. $6804c. $1143d. $2268
Date1. Bobby works for Krista’s Lawn Care Service. He is paid $6.00/ hour for
the first 40 hours he works in a five day work week. After 40 hours he is paid time and a half. This week he has worked 62 hours. Based on this what would be his take home pay
a. $438b. $372c. $559d. $279
2. Plants which are grown from seeds use this type of propagation method:
a. Asexualb. Bisexual c. Sexuald. Unusual
Answers1. Bobby works for Krista’s Lawn Care Service. He is paid $6.00/ hour for
the first 40 hours he works in a five day work week. After 40 hours he is paid time and a half. This week he has worked 62 hours. Based on this what would be his take home pay
a. $438b. $372c. $559d. $279
2. Plants which are grown from seeds use this type of propagation method:
a. Asexualb. Bisexual c. Sexuald. Unusual
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1. Strawberry plants have this type of specialized stem:a. Rhizomeb. Stolenc. Tendrild. Tuber
2. The four layers of a normal soil profile are:a. topsoil, subsoil, and root zoneb. Sand, silt, clayc. Root zone, topsoil and subsoild. Topsoil, subsoil, parent material and bedrock
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1. Strawberry plants have this type of specialized stem:a. Rhizomeb. Stolenc. Tendrild. Tuber
2. The four layers of a normal soil profile are:a. topsoil, subsoil, and root zoneb. Sand, silt, clayc. Root zone, topsoil and subsoild. Topsoil, subsoil, parent material and bedrock
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1. Which one of the following numbers indicates a neutral pH reading on a soil test?
a. 0b. 1c. 7d. 14
2. Which of the following pH ranges do most landscape plants perform best?
a. 3-4.5b. 5.6-7c. 6.8-9.2d. Above 10
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1. Which one of the following numbers indicates a neutral pH reading on a soil test?
a. 0b. 1c. 7d. 14
2. Which of the following pH ranges do most landscape plants perform best?
a. 3-4.5b. 5.6-7c. 6.8-9.2d. Above 10
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1. How is pH raised and acidity lowered in acidic soil?a. The addition of nitrogen to the soilb. The addition of lime to the soilc. The addition of sulfur to the soild. The addition of potash to the soil
2. There are twelve basic textural classes that can be determined after a soil test using which of the following resources?
a. Textural squareb. Ribbon testc. Textural triangled. Texture test
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1. How is pH raised and acidity lowered in acidic soil?a. The addition of nitrogen to the soilb. The addition of lime to the soilc. The addition of sulfur to the soild. The addition of potash to the soil
2. There are twelve basic textural classes that can be determined after a soil test using which of the following resources?
a. Textural squareb. Ribbon testc. Textural triangled. Texture test
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1. Which of the following components make up fifty percent of a typical soil structure?
a. Peat moss, organic matterb. Sand, siltc. Water, aird. Peat moss, inorganic matter
2. Which of the following is a commonly used component of a soilless growing media?
a. Peat mossb. Silt c. Clayd. Sand
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1. Which of the following components make up fifty percent of a typical soil structure?
a. Peat moss, organic matterb. Sand, siltc. Water, aird. Peat moss, inorganic matter
2. Which of the following is a commonly used component of a soilless growing media?
a. Peat mossb. Silt c. Clayd. Sand
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1. Which of the following is not true statement about soilless growing media?
a. They are sterileb. They are uniform in compositionc. They have good moisture retention and drainaged. They contain a high mineral content
2. Which of the following components of a soilless media provides aeration?
a. Sphagnum mossb. Perlitec. Vermiculited. Peat moss
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1. Which of the following is not true statement about soilless growing media?
a. They are sterileb. They are uniform in compositionc. They have good moisture retention and drainaged. They contain a high mineral content
2. Which of the following components of a soilless media provides aeration?
a. Sphagnum mossb. Perlitec. Vermiculited. Peat moss
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1. Which of the following statements best describes a soilless media?
a. Used only for hydroponicsb. A growing media that has no soil c. More likely to have worms, bacteria, and nematodes than a soil mixd. Rarely used today
2. The proportion of sand, silt, and clay determines which of the following?
a. Soil structureb. Soil texturec. Soil colord. Soil loam
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1. Which of the following statements best describes a soilless media?
a. Used only for hydroponicsb. A growing media that has no soil c. More likely to have worms, bacteria, and nematodes than a soil mixd. Rarely used today
2. The proportion of sand, silt, and clay determines which of the following?
a. Soil structureb. Soil texturec. Soil colord. Soil loam
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1. Grafting consists of which two pieces of a plant?a. Root and stemb. Pollen and eggc. Scion and stock or rootstockd. Root and bud
2. Which of the following is true about tissue culture?a. Tissue culture techniques are used to grow genetically engineered
plant cellsb. Only a small number of plants can be propagated through tissue
culturec. Virus diseases can never be eliminated from plant tissue using the
tissue culture method of propagationd. Tissue culture is a highly technical form of sexual reproduction
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1. Grafting consists of which two pieces of a plant?a. Root and stemb. Pollen and eggc. Scion and stock or rootstockd. Root and bud
2. Which of the following is true about tissue culture?a. Tissue culture techniques are used to grow genetically engineered
plant cellsb. Only a small number of plants can be propagated through tissue
culturec. Virus diseases can never be eliminated from plant tissue using the
tissue culture method of propagationd. Tissue culture is a highly technical form of sexual reproduction
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1. What is tissue culture?a. The process of connecting two plant parts together in such a way
that they will unite and grow as a single plantb. Growing fertilized seeds into mature plantsc. Dividing plant roots or the entire plant into two or more plants by
cutting the original plantd. Growing plant cells or small pieces of plant tiss on an artificial
medium
2. Asexual propagation involves _______________:a. Pollinationb. Reproduction of plants using only vegetative parts c. New genetic combinations in the offspringd. Fertilization of an egg by sperm
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1. What is tissue culture?a. The process of connecting two plant parts together in such a way
that they will unite and grow as a single plantb. Growing fertilized seeds into mature plantsc. Dividing plant roots or the entire plant into two or more plants by
cutting the original plantd. Growing plant cells or small pieces of plant tissue on an artificial
medium
2. Asexual propagation involves _______________:a. Pollinationb. Reproduction of plants using only vegetative parts c. New genetic combinations in the offspringd. Fertilization of an egg by sperm
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1. How are chrysanthemums propagated?a. Seedb. Leaf cuttingsc. Stem cuttingsd. Air layering
2. Sexual reproduction involves which of the following?a. Genetically identical offspringb. Offspring called clonesc. New genetic combination in the offspringd. Reproduction without the need of egg or sperm
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1. How are chrysanthemums propagated?a. Seedb. Leaf cuttingsc. Stem cuttingsd. Air layering
2. Sexual reproduction involves which of the following?a. Genetically identical offspringb. Offspring called clonesc. New genetic combination in the offspringd. Reproduction without the need of egg or sperm
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1. Which of the following are the requirements for seed germination?
a. Water, oxygen, optimum temperatures and possibly light or dark conditionsb. Water, carbon dioxide, optimum temperatures, and possibly light or dark conditionsc. Soil, oxygen, optimum temperatures and darknessd. Water, fertilizer, carbon dioxide, and optimum temperatures2. What is the most common method of propagation in flowering and vegetable crops?
a. leaf cuttingb. Division of rootsc. grafting d. seeds
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1. Which of the following are the requirements for seed germination?a. Water, oxygen, optimum temperatures and possibly light or dark conditionsb. Water, carbon dioxide, optimum temperatures, and possibly light or dark conditionsc. Soil, oxygen, optimum temperatures and darknessd. Water, fertilizer, carbon dioxide, and optimum temperatures2. What is the most common method of propagation in flowering and vegetable crops?
a. leaf cuttingb. Division of rootsc. grafting d. seeds
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1. A strawberry plant will naturally propagate by developing a:a. Bulbb. Tuberc. Runnerd. Rhizome
2. Which of the following is not a benefit of growing horticulture crops from seed?
a. Plants are uniform in growthb. Reduced germination ratesc. Young plants are more disease resistantd. Cheaper way to produce crops
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1. A strawberry plant will naturally propagate by developing a:a. Bulbb. Tuberc. Runnerd. Rhizome
2. Which of the following is not a benefit of growing horticulture crops from seed?
a. Plants are uniform in growthb. Reduced germination ratesc. Young plants are more disease resistantd. Cheaper way to produce crops
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1. Which of the following must be placed on the label of plants or seeds?
a. Date onlyb. Name and varietyc. Variety onlyd. Name, variety, date (and in Ms. G.’s class, initials too)
2. When growing Chrysanthemums, it is important to water _____ to prevent root rot.
a. When the top of the growing medium begins to appear dryb. When it is convenientc. When the plants are wiltedd. When the medium is saturate
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1. Which of the following must be placed on the label of plants or seeds?
a. Date onlyb. Name and varietyc. Variety onlyd. Name, variety, date (and in Ms. G.’s class, initials too)
2. When growing Chrysanthemums, it is important to water _____ to prevent root rot.
a. When the top of the growing medium begins to appear dryb. When it is convenientc. When the plants are wiltedd. When the medium is saturate
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1. How are strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries harvested?
a. By handb. By mechanical pickerc. By mechanical shakersd. High velocity spray
2. Nitrogen causes plant to:a. Grow rapidly and develop a dark green colorb. Resist disease and develop strong rootsc. Harden off more readilyd. Produce more blooms
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1. How are strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries harvested?
a. By handb. By mechanical pickerc. By mechanical shakersd. High velocity spray
2. Nitrogen causes plant to:a. Grow rapidly and develop a dark green colorb. Resist disease and develop strong rootsc. Harden off more readilyd. Produce more blooms
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1. Lime provides the plant with which element?a. Nitrogen b. Potashc. Calciumd. Magnesium
2. All of the following statements are benefits of potassium except:
a. Increases the resistance to diseaseb. Develops a strong root systemc. Essential in developing chlorophylld. Flowers and seeds cannot form with it
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1. Lime provides the plant with which element?a. Nitrogen b. Potashc. Calciumd. Magnesium
2. All of the following statements are benefits of potassium except:
a. Increases the resistance to diseaseb. Develops a strong root systemc. Essential in developing chlorophylld. Flowers and seeds cannot form with it
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1. Which of the following is not an indication of a phosphorus deficiency?
a. Purple coloring on the underside of leavesb. Reduced flowerc. Reduced fruit productiond. Yellowing of leaf margins
2. What term is used to describe when chemicals, oil, and other substances leak into the land?
a. Contaminationb. Natural erosionc. Salinizationd. Soil erosion
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1. Which of the following is not an indication of a phosphorus deficiency?
a. Purple coloring on the underside of leavesb. Reduced flowerc. Reduced fruit productiond. Yellowing of leaf margins
2. What term is used to describe when chemicals, oil, and other substances leak into the land?
a. Contaminationb. Natural erosionc. Salinizationd. Soil erosion
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1. The United States Department of Agriculture Plant Hardiness Map divides the United States into how many regions?
a. 10b. 13c. 9d. 20
2. On the United States Department of Agriculture Plant Hardiness Map, Kentucky is located in region:
a. 5b. 6c. 8d. 9
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1. The United States Department of Agriculture Plant Hardiness Map divides the United States into how many regions?
a. 10b. 13c. 9d. 20
2. On the United States Department of Agriculture Plant Hardiness Map, Kentucky is located in region:
a. 5b. 6c. 8d. 9
Date
1. Which of the following pesticides would be used to eliminate insects such as aphids or white flies?
a. Fungicideb. Insecticidec. Miticided. Herbicide
2. Which of the following pesticides would be used to eliminate pests such as mites or ticks?
a. Fungicideb. Insecticidec. Miticided. Herbicide
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1. Which of the following pesticides would be used to eliminate insects such as aphids or white flies?
a. Fungicideb. Insecticidec. Miticided. Herbicide
2. Which of the following pesticides would be used to eliminate pests such as mites or ticks?
a. Fungicideb. Insecticidec. Miticided. Herbicide
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1. Which of the following are the four main routes that a pesticide can enter the body?
a. Oral, dermal, inhalation, eyeb. Oral, hair, blood, eyec. Blood, lymph nodes, dermal, inhalationd. Kidneys, dermal, hair, eye
2. Which of the following is not an acceptable practice when disposing of chemical containers?
a. Burn empty containersb. Rinse equipment and container in a grassy areac. Wash contaminated clothing separatelyd. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water
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1. Which of the following are the four main routes that a pesticide can enter the body?
a. Oral, dermal, inhalation, eyeb. Oral, hair, blood, eyec. Blood, lymph nodes, dermal, inhalationd. Kidneys, dermal, hair, eye
2. Which of the following is not an acceptable practice when disposing of chemical containers?
a. Burn empty containersb. Rinse equipment and container in a grassy areac. Wash contaminated clothing separatelyd. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water
Date
1. A pesticide that has the signal word “DANGER” on the label would be which of the following acute toxicity levels?
a. Moderately toxicb. Slightly toxicc. Highly toxicd. Relatively toxic
2. A pesticide that has a signal word “WARNING” on the label would be which of the following acute toxicity levels?
a. Moderately toxicb. Slightly toxicc. Highly toxicd. Relatively toxic
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1. A pesticide that has the signal word “DANGER” on the label would be which of the following acute toxicity levels?
a. Moderately toxicb. Slightly toxicc. Highly toxicd. Relatively toxic
2. A pesticide that has a signal word “WARNING” on the label would be which of the following acute toxicity levels?
a. Moderately toxicb. Slightly toxicc. Highly toxicd. Relatively toxic
Date
1. Which of the following is an acceptable time to spray a pesticide outdoors?
a. Early morningb. Mid dayc. On a windy dayd. When workers or person are present in the area
2. Which of the following would be the first step in the proper mixing of pesticides?
a. Fill the sprayer with 2/3”s of the water neededb. Test the sprayer with water to check for leaks and other malfunctionsc. Read the label to determine the proper mixtured. Mix chemicals in a grassy area
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1. Which of the following is an acceptable time to spray a pesticide outdoors?
a. Early morningb. Mid dayc. On a windy dayd. When workers or person are present in the area
2. Which of the following would be the first step in the proper mixing of pesticides?
a. Fill the sprayer with 2/3’s of the water neededb. Test the sprayer with water to check for leaks and other malfunctionsc. Read the label to determine the proper mixtured. Mix chemicals in a grassy area
Date
1. A chewing insect, such as a grasshopper, beetle, or caterpillar will result in all of the following except:
a. Sucking of sap from plant tissuesb. Holes in leavesc. Removal of tissue between leaf veinsd. Consumption of roots
2. Which of the following insects is considered to be an insect with sucking mouthparts?
a. Aphidb. Beetlec. Thrip d. Grasshopper
Answer
1. A chewing insect, such as a grasshopper, beetle, or caterpillar will result in all of the following except:
a. Sucking of sap from plant tissuesb. Holes in leavesc. Removal of tissue between leaf veinsd. Consumption of roots
2. Which of the following insects is considered to be an insect with sucking mouthparts?
a. Aphidb. Beetlec. Thrip d. Grasshopper
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1. Which of the following insects is considered to be a chewing insect?
a. Scaleb. Aphidsc. Thripsd. Beetle
2. Aphids and scales can cause the following damage to plants except:
a. Spotting of foliageb. Curling of leavesc. Stunted fruitsd. Holes in foliage
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1. Which of the following insects is considered to be a chewing insect?
a. Scaleb. Aphidsc. Thripsd. Beetle
2. Aphids and scales can cause the following damage to plants except:
a. Spotting of foliageb. Curling of leavesc. Stunted fruitsd. Holes in foliage
Date
1. It is recommended to clean hand tools, such as a hand trowel or shovel:
a. Once a monthb. After 5 usesc. After every used. At the end of summer
2. Which of the following pruning tools would be used to trim branches large in diameter and 10’ above a ground maintenance workers reach?
a. Hand prunersb. Lopping shearsc. Pole prunerd. Pruning saw
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1. It is recommended to clean hand tools, such as a hand trowel or shovel:
a. Once a monthb. After 5 usesc. After every used. At the end of summer
2. Which of the following pruning tools would be used to trim branches large in diameter and 10’ above a ground maintenance workers reach?
a. Hand prunersb. Lopping shearsc. Pole prunerd. Pruning saw
Date
1. Which of the following would bot be a benefit of cleaning and maintaining hand tools used in the horticulture industry?
a. Prevent the spread of diseasesb. Makes pruning difficultc. Extends their life spand. Prevents rusting of blades
2. Which of the following is a good safety practice associated with power tools?
a. Plug electric tools in while checking and repairingb. Use tools that create a potential safety hazard such as electric tools
with damaged cords or tools with missing or defective guards/ shieldsc. Operate electric tools in wet or damp areasd. Operate gasoline- powered tools only in well- ventilated areas
Answers
1. Which of the following would bot be a benefit of cleaning and maintaining hand tools used in the horticulture industry?
a. Prevent the spread of diseasesb. Makes pruning difficultc. Extends their life spand. Prevents rusting of blades
2. Which of the following is a good safety practice associated with power tools?
a. Plug electric tools in while checking and repairingb. Use tools that create a potential safety hazard such as electric tools
with damaged cords or tools with missing or defective guards/ shieldsc. Operate electric tools in wet or damp areasd. Operate gasoline- powered tools only in well- ventilated areas
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1. If a serious accident occurs in the workplace, which of the following should you do first?
a. Immediately administer CPRb. Move the victim to a safe placec. Leave the victimd. Call 911 for Emergency Medical Services
2. When calling 911, you should give all of the following information to the dispatcher except?
a. Names of all victimsb. Type of emergencyc. Location of emergencyd. Number of victims
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1. If a serious accident occurs in the workplace, which of the following should you do first?
a. Immediately administer CPRb. Move the victim to a safe placec. Leave the victimd. Call 911 for Emergency Medical Services
2. When calling 911, you should give all of the following information to the dispatcher except?
a. Names of all victimsb. Type of emergencyc. Location of emergencyd. Number of victims
Date
1. Which of the following is an acceptable practice while operating a lawn mower?
a. Read the owner’s manualb. Check the mower for loose partsc. Know the area in which you are mowingd. Remove the guards from the mowing deck
2. Which of the following is not considered to be a piece of personal protective equipment that should be worn when applying pesticides?
a. Respiratorb. Eye protectionc. Cotton glovesd. Waterproof clothing
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1. Which of the following is an acceptable practice while operating a lawn mower?
a. Read the owner’s manualb. Check the mower for loose partsc. Know the area in which you are mowingd. Remove the guards from the mowing deck
2. Which of the following is not considered to be a piece of personal protective equipment that should be worn when applying pesticides?
a. Respiratorb. Eye protectionc. Cotton glovesd. Waterproof clothing
Date
1. If a pesticide is spilled on the skin, it should be washed off immediately with which of the following?
a. Soap and waterb. Water onlyc. Moist toweld. Rubbing alcohol
2. A pesticide that has a signal word “CAUTION” on the label would be which of the following acute toxicity levels?
a. Moderately toxicb. Slightly toxicc. Highly toxicd. Relatively toxic
Answers
1. If a pesticide is spilled on the skin, it should be washed off immediately with which of the following?
a. Soap and waterb. Water onlyc. Moist toweld. Rubbing alcohol
2. A pesticide that has a signal word “CAUTION” on the label would be which of the following acute toxicity levels?
a. Moderately toxicb. Slightly toxicc. Highly toxicd. Relatively toxic
Date
1. Safety in the horticulture industry is the responsibility of:a. Manager b. Employeesc. Machinery operatorsd. Everyone in the workplace
2. The Worker Protection Standards (WPS) law enforces which of the following?
a. Regulates chemicalsb. Bans chemicals from agricultural applicationsc. Regulates pesticides used for homeownersd. Sets guidelines for during and after chemical application
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1. Safety in the horticulture industry is the responsibility of:a. Manager b. Employeesc. Machinery operatorsd. Everyone in the workplace
2. The Worker Protection Standards (WPS) law enforces which of the following?
a. Regulates chemicalsb. Bans chemicals from agricultural applicationsc. Regulates pesticides used for homeownersd. Sets guidelines for during and after chemical application
Date
1. Which of the following tools would not be acceptable to use for pruning?
a. Hand shearsb. Lopping shearsc. Pruning sawd. Chisel
2. Which class of fire extinguisher is used to put out a fire on greenhouse glazing materials, such as acrylic, polycarbonate, or fiberglass reinforced polyester?
a. Class Ab. Class Bc. Class Cd. Class D
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1. Which of the following tools would not be acceptable to use for pruning?
a. Hand shearsb. Lopping shearsc. Pruning sawd. Chisel
2. Which class of fire extinguisher is used to put out a fire on greenhouse glazing materials, such as acrylic, polycarbonate, or fiberglass reinforced polyester?
a. Class Ab. Class Bc. Class Cd. Class D
Date1. Which class of fire extinguisher is used to put out a fire on
flammable liquids such as gasoline, fertilizers, pesticides, or oil?a. Class Ab. Class Bc. Class Cd. Class D
2. Which class of fire extinguisher is used to put out a fire on electrical equipment, such as machinery, power tools, or unit heaters?
a. Class Ab. Class Bc. Class Cd. Class D
Answers1. Which class of fire extinguisher is used to put out a fire on
flammable liquids such as gasoline, fertilizers, pesticides, or oil?a. Class Ab. Class Bc. Class Cd. Class D
2. Which class of fire extinguisher is used to put out a fire on electrical equipment, such as machinery, power tools, or unit heaters?
a. Class Ab. Class Bc. Class Cd. Class D
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1. A green triangle located on a portabel fire extinguisher indicates that it is which of the following:
a. Class Ab. Class Bc. Class Cd. Combination
2. A red square located on a portable fire extinguisher indicates that it is which of the following?
1. Class A2. Class B3. Class C4. Combination
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1. A green triangle located on a portable fire extinguisher indicates that it is which of the following:
a. Class Ab. Class Bc. Class Cd. Combination
2. A red square located on a portable fire extinguisher indicates that it is which of the following?
1. Class A2. Class B3. Class C4. Combination
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1. A blue circle located on a portable fire extinguisher indicates that it is which of the following?
a. Class Ab. Class Bc. Class Cd. Combination
2. In a head house, chemical storage building, or greenhouse the fire extinguisher should be located:
a. At the rear of the facilityb. In the cornerc. Locked in a cabinetd. By the exit door
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1. A blue circle located on a portable fire extinguisher indicates that it is which of the following?
a. Class Ab. Class Bc. Class Cd. Combination
2. In a head house, chemical storage building, or greenhouse the fire extinguisher should be located:
a. At the rear of the facilityb. In the cornerc. Locked in a cabinetd. By the exit door
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1. Which of the following defines safety in the workplace?a. Preventing injury and lossb. Staying out of harms wayc. Working slowlyd. Reading all the instructions
2. Which of the following agencies approve pesticide labels?a. Kentucky Department of Agricultureb. United States Department of Agriculturec. Food and Drug Administrationd. Environmental Protection Agency
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1. Which of the following defines safety in the workplace?a. Preventing injury and lossb. Staying out of harms wayc. Working slowlyd. Reading all the instructions
2. Which of the following agencies approve pesticide labels?a. Kentucky Department of Agricultureb. United States Department of Agriculturec. Food and Drug Administrationd. Environmental Protection Agency