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.

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