Asked in UHS MDCAT 2011 2011Moderate

The control of pests has traditionally meant regulation by natural enemies, predators, parasites and pathogens. This type of control is known as:

Correct answer: B. Biological Control

  • A. Cultural Control
  • B. Biological Control
  • C. Pesticides Control
  • D. Insecticides Control

Explanation

Control of pests by means of introducing natural predators or diseases affecting the pests comes under the umbrella of biological control.

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