New RBI Grade B 2025 Notification will come Soon! Enroll Here

    Question

    As consumer sensitivity toward insect-inflicted fruit

    damage increases, how are economic thresholds for insect control in fruit crops likely to shift?
    A Increase significantly Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Remain the same Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Decrease Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D No predictable change Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Fluctuate randomly Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    When consumers become less tolerant of minor fruit damage, thresholds for action become lower, prompting growers to initiate control at lower pest populations.

    Practice Next

    Relevant for Exams: