Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) Practice Exam

Which type of pesticide application involves treating broad expanses like lawns or walls?

1. Spot treatment

2. Barrier treatment

3. Broadcast treatment

4. Space treatment

The correct answer is: Broadcast treatment

The correct choice involves broadcast treatment, which is designed for applying pesticides over large areas such as lawns, fields, or the exterior walls of structures. This method ensures an even distribution of the pesticide across a broad expanse, which is particularly effective for controlling widespread insect populations or preventing infestations in large areas. Broadcast treatments are typically employed when the pest issue is not localized but rather pervasive, making it necessary to cover a significant surface area to achieve effective pest control. This type of application is generally efficient for treating turf areas, agricultural fields, or certain types of ornamental applications. Other methods, such as spot treatments, are intended for localized pest management in specific areas where the presence of pests is confirmed, while barrier treatments focus on creating protective zones around structures to deter pests. Space treatments, conversely, are utilized to fill an area with pesticide vapor or aerosol to combat pests that are actively flying or moving through the space. However, these methods do not address larger, broader areas as effectively as broadcast treatments do.