Suppose you are confronted by a disgruntled customer. The first things you should think to do are

only answers A, B and D are correct.

Which of the following is NOT a usual function of roots?

Capturing energy from the environment

Emulsifiable concentrates consist of an oil-soluble active ingredient dissolved in an appropriate oil-based solvent

which is added to an emulsifying agent,, and this is mixed with water and applied as a spray.

When backfilling a planting hole in average or slow-draining soils, you should backfill with:

the soil that came out of the hole

The very minimum for proper handling of a wire basket on a soil ball is to:

Bend the loops and top wire down and away from the crown

When answering the phone in the garden center, it is important to...

only answers A and C are correct

It is important that you know your store's policies and procedures on guarantees, replacements, delivery fees because

you are the representative of the company having contact with the customer

The most effective chemical method to control perennial broadleaf weeds like dandelion is:

Postemergence herbicides applied in early October

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1
Buds may contain:
immature leaves
immature flower(s)
a meristem
A or B
A or B or C
B or C
2
Galls on ornamental plants can be caused by:
Nematodes
Environment
Only A, B & C are correct
Diseases
none
Insects
3
The purpose of a ____________ is to familiarize the designer with the opportunities and constraints existing on a site.
site analysis
master plan
site inventory
conceptual design
4
An important key to successful culture of hardy bulbs is to be sure soil conditions provide adequate:
micro-organisms
sulfur for low pH
drainage
absence of weeds
5
What does the signal word on a pesticide label indicate?
Formulation
Compatibility
Effectiveness
Toxicity
6
Root uptake of a herbicide in container-grown plant may result in foliar scorching of plant. This is a Biotic disorder
True
False
7
Suppose you are confronted by a disgruntled customer. The first things you should think to do are
point the customer toward the manager's office, & don't go there with them
move the conversation away from the check out area & the center of activity
only answers A, B and D are correct.
only answers A, B and D are correct.
be a good listener and afford the customer your undivided attention.
ask the customer "how would you like us to fix this?"
8
Which of the following is NOT a usual function of roots?
Capturing energy from the environment
Storage of food reserves
Providing an entry point for water and minerals
Anchoring the plant to the ground
9
3 documents in a Specification sets are commonly of importance to a landscape worker. Which is NOT in that group?
Change Orders
Bid Form
Addenda
Technical Specifications
10
Water vapor moves out of a leaf through holes that can be opened & closed by the plant. What are these openings called?
Petioles
Stomata
Nodes
Tubers
Axils
11
Perspective drawings are a common form of drawing used in Contract Documents.
True
False
12
Fall Webworms and Eastern Tent Caterpillars are plant defoliators.
False
True
13
When displaying fertilizers in bags, it is important to...
place the bags in a manner that the label is easily read.
all of the above are correct.
place the bags on a pallet or shelf.
place the bags in an area out of direct sun.
14
Galls on ornamental plants can be caused by:
Environment
Insects
Diseases
Nematodes
Only A,B &C are correct
Only A & B are correct
15
A perennial weed is easier to kill with Paraquat than an annual weed.
False
True
16
Bacteria cause many abiotic diseases.
True
False
17
The correct planting depth for all perennials is 4 - 6".
True
False
18
A Performance Specification describes in detail WHAT is to be done and HOW to do it.
False
True
19
Emulsifiable concentrates consist of an oil-soluble active ingredient dissolved in an appropriate oil-based solvent
Anchoring the plant to the ground
The very minimum for proper handling of a wire basket
which is added to an emulsifying agent,
and this is mixed with water and applied as a spray.
20
All mineral plant nutrients are taken up from the soil by plant roots as _____.
xyneons
elements
ions
phasons
solids
21
Grassy weeds, like crabgrass, are controlled with postemergence herbicides applied in September through late October.
True
False
22
When should the majority of fertilizer be applied to cool-season turf grasses in Indiana?
July 1 - August 15
May 15 - June 15
April 1 - May 15
September 1 - November 1
23
The first step in weed management plans for a nursery or a landscape is to assess the site.
True
False
24
In the nomenclature of Cornus florida, the generic name and specific epithet combine to form the species name?
True
False
25
The correct planting depth for all perennials is 4 - 6".
False
True
26
If landscape plant fertilization is done exclusively for providing plant nutrients ,then _____ fertilizers are preferred
coated
cow manure
inorganic
organic
bi-ionic
slow-release
27
When backfilling a planting hole in average or slow-draining soils, you should backfill with:
the soil that came out of the hole
sphagnum moss peat
a mix of soil and fresh manure
potting soil from a bag
28
Which of the following is not a component of a soil?
water
mineral
stomates
air
29
The very minimum for proper handling of a wire basket on a soil ball is to:
Cut the wires at every weld, but leave the pieces in the planting hole
Cut the basket off half-way down from the top
Bend the loops and top wire down and away from the crown
Complete removal of the entire basket
30
All perennials should be lifted and divided every three years.
False
True
31
The Legend on a drawing defines the meanings of symbols used on that drawing.
False
True
32
A plant categorized as requiring full sun indicates that the plant requires at least six hours of direct sun per day.
True
False
33
Why should the amount of perennial ryegrass be limited in the seed mix for a new lawn?
it out-competes the desirable Kentucky bluegrass as a seedling
it is a bunch grass
all of the above
it is very susceptible to many diseases in Indiana
34
What is the most basic building block of all plants?
dicots
meristems
organs
cells
tissues
monocots
35
Which type of nursery stock is dug from a production field with an undisturbed ball of soil around the roots?
machine balled
container grown
bare root
balled and burlapped
36
Plant tags with pictures are an important marketing tool for perennials in early spring since...
he plants have not yet produced flowers.
only answers A and C are correct.
all of the above are correct.
the plants lack foliage.
customers often lack knowledge of the plants at its peak beauty.
37
When answering the phone in the garden center, it is important to...
use an enthusiastic greeting.
place call on hold so the customer can enjoy the "on hold" music or message
be as brief as you possibly can
only answers A and C are correct
identify yourself and your business
38
It is important that you know your store's policies and procedures on guarantees, replacements, delivery fees because
this is recommended in your company policy handbook.
some of the other salespeople won't know & you might need to ask a manager
all of the above are correct.
you are the representative of the company having contact with the customer
39
Large pore spaces in a soil usually contain ________ while small ones often contain ________ .
water / air
air / water
air / macro-organisms
micro-organisms / water
40
Postemergent herbicides are generally applied to emerged plant foliage.
False
True
41
To distinguish between Abiotic & Biotic agents, it's important to consider damage pattern & time for damage development
False
True
42
Which cultural practice would not be effective at reducing turfgrass weed problems?
Regular aerification to reduce compaction
Fertilizing primarily in the fall
Mowing at 3 inches of higher
Irrigating daily
43
The most effective chemical method to control perennial broadleaf weeds like dandelion is:
Preemergence herbicides applied in early April
Postemergence herbicides applied in early October
Postemergence herbicides applied in June
Postemergence herbicides applied in April when dandelions are flowering
44
Which is NOT a bacterial disease?
Bacterial Wilt
Crown Gall
Fireblight
Rust
45
Two factors that impact fungicide application frequency are:
Plant growth and rainfall
Air temperature and wind velocity
Type of sprayer and operating pressure
Time of bloom and presence of fruit
46
A perennial weed is easier to kill with Paraquat than an annual weed.
False
True
47
According to IAH Chapter 15, over 70% of all plant health problems are Abiotic.
True
False
48
The texture of a soil is a description of its:
soil particle size
mineral elements
gas composition
moisture content
49
When working with a customer, it is important to...
allow them to initiate the conversation.
all of the above are correct.
ask "open-ended" questions.
avoid direct eye contact with them.
50
Which of the following dissolves in water to form a true solution?
Flowables
Soluble powders
Water dispersible granules
Wettable powders
51
Fourteen essential plant nutrients come as minerals from the soil. Which three come from the air or water?
Oxygen, Sulfur, Nitrogen
Nitrogen, Calcium, Sulfur
Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium
Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen
Carbon, Manganese, Oxygen
Sulfur, Carbon, Oxygen
52
Preemergent herbicides kill weeds when applied to emerged plant foliage.
False
True
53
Gypsy Moth is a defoliating insect widely present in West Coast states.
False
True
54
True fungi reproduce by spores that are usually contained in _________ .
Venturi vesicles
Mitochondria
Fruiting bodies
Sporobolus
55
he first step in weed management plans for a nursery or a landscape is to assess the site.
True
False
56
According to IAH Chapter 15, over 70% of all plant health problems are Abiotic.
True
False
57
Postemergent herbicides are generally applied to emerged plant foliage.
False
True
58
The IAH manual lists 5 critical issues that should be considered when selecting a plant for landscape. Which is correct?
1) esthetics, 2) adaptation, 3) function, 4) maintenance, 5) cost
leaf color, flower color, fragrance, disease resistance, fruit diameter
esthetics, adaptation, function, maintenance, phase of the moon
1) esthetics, 2) current weather, 3) function, 4) maintenance, 5) cost
59
Perennial weeds can reproduce both vegetatively and by seed production.
True
False
60
The pruning of shrubs that flower before July is best done
whenever: it really doesn't matter
just prior to flowering
in August
in January
never
just after flowering
61
Geotextile weed matting is commonly used for controlling established perennial weeds in landscape beds.
True
False
62
If landscape plant fertilization is done exclusively for providing plant nutrients then ______ fertilizers are preferred
coated
organic
bi-ionic
inorganic
slow-release
63
Phosphorus applications should not be made to a lawn unless a soil test indicates that it is needed.
True
False
64
All perennials should be lifted and divided every three years.
True
False
65
Very few plants have limitations, weaknesses or special requirement that need considered as related to landscape usage
False
True
66
What action should you take first if a pesticide is spilled on your skin or clothing?
Remove contaminated clothing and wash affected area with soap and water
Read the label for first aid advice
Call a doctor immediately
Contact Toxnet for treatment information
67
Tall fescue will out-perform perennial ryegrass in a non-irrigated lawn.
False
True
68
True or false
True
False
69
How long should the leaves of hardy bulb plant remain after flowering to build up stored food for next year's flowering?
6 weeks
2 weeks
8 weeks
4 weeks
70
Existing lines of topography are usually shown on a grading plan with broken or dashed lines.
True
False
71
The Disease Triangle involves these 3 factors:
Susceptible host, Pathogen and Favorable environment
Favorable environment, Resistant variety and Pathogen
Susceptible host, Vernalization and Pathogen
Hardiness, Appropriate pathogen and Proper watering
72
Which of the following is NOT one of the three sections in the standard format for Technical Specifications?
Prices or Costs
Execution or Methods
Products or Materials
General Information or References & Standards
73
When diagnosing a plant disorder, the symptoms define the changes in the affected plant's ______ in response to the prob
growth or development
A, B and C are correct
appearance
evidence of insect damage
Only A & C are correct
74
The basic principles of disease management include Prevention, ________, Eradication and _________.
Frequent spraying and Sanitation
Resistance and Fungicides
Proper watering and Repeated fungicide applications
Exclusion and Protection
75
Which of the following is not a component of a soil?
nothing
water
stomates
organic matter
air
minerals
76
How many pounds of 25-10-10 are needed to apply 1.0 lb N/1000 ft² to a 10,000 ft² lawn?
25
10
250
40
77
The 3 numbers of fertilizer analysis indicate the fertilizer's % by weight of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.
True
False
78
White grub insecticides will control moles.
False
True
79
The pruning of shrubs that flower before July is best done _________ .
whenever: it really doesn't matter
just prior to flowering
just after flowering
in January
in August
80
A herbicide label provides info on the rate of herbicide to use but contains no info about what crops it can be used on.
True
False
81
The number of useful cultivars (or varieties) for each species could be categorized as none, limited or many.
True
False
82
Low soluble salts in a growing medium can be harmful to plant health, but high soluble salts is not a problem.
False
True
83
When exclusive rights are granted for 20 years to commercially grow or sell a plant cultivar, the person holds a
trademark
patent
authority
royalty
84
Ornamental grasses do not require extensive soil preparation for healthy growth.
True
False
85
Possible themes to consider when developing concepts for your landscape are rectilinear, curvilinear & arc, & tangent
False
True
86
White pine weevil actually causes damage as a borer.
True
False
87
Perennial grasses are controlled with non-selective herbicides like glyphosate applied when the weed is actively growin
False
True
88
Cooley Spruce Gall Adelgid causes bumps or swellings on stems and twigs.
False
True
89
The best timing for cutting back ornamental grasses is ____________ .
late spring
early fall
mid-summer
early spring
90
The point of attachment of a leaf to a stem is called a __________ .
margin
rosette
node
stolon
91
Foliar application & trunk injection of plant nutrients is reserved for treating deficiencies of specific micronutrients
True
False
92
Some plants develop phytotoxic reaction to fungicides & the reactions are almost always noted on the fungicide label
True
False
93
A single central leader is best for most shade trees.
True
False
94
Which of the following insects can defoliate a flowering crabapple?
Flat-headed Apple Tree Borer
Bronze Birch Borer
Apple Aphid
Japanese Beetle
95
When making a proper thinning cut of a large limb, it is important to completely avoid cutting through the branch collar
True
False
96
Spruce Spider Mites produce honeydew and spittle on many conifers
False
True
97
A white residue on the leaves of plants watered by a sprinkler system with high pH water is beneficial to those plants.
True
False
98
What is the most basic building block of all plants?
cells
meristems
dicots
tissues
organs

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