Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) Practice Exam

What should be checked in kitchen furniture and food-storage areas?

1. Mice and rats

2. Cockroaches, flies, stored product pests, and rodents

3. Weevils and pantry pests

4. Flies and mosquitoes

The correct answer is: Cockroaches, flies, stored product pests, and rodents

The correct response emphasizes the need to check a variety of pests commonly found in kitchen furniture and food-storage areas. Cockroaches are notorious for infesting these spaces due to their ability to thrive in warm, humid environments, and they pose significant health risks as vectors of disease. Flies, particularly houseflies, are also a concern as they can contaminate food with pathogens. Stored product pests, such as various species of moths and weevils, can infest dried goods, leading to product spoilage and food waste. Rodents, including both mice and rats, frequently invade kitchens in search of food and nesting sites, and they can also carry diseases. The comprehensive nature of this choice reflects an understanding of the multifaceted pest threats present in kitchen and food-storage areas, which require thorough inspection and management to maintain hygiene standards and protect food safety. Other options represent specific categories of pests but do not encompass the full range of potential risks that could be present in these environments.