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Apprentice General
What does the term 'signal word' on a pesticide label indicate?
1
The relative toxicity and hazard level of the product
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2
The maximum application rate per acre
3
The required personal protective equipment
4
The target pest species the product kills

Explanation

Signal words (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION) indicate the acute toxicity level of the pesticide. DANGER is most toxic (Category I), WARNING is moderately toxic (Category II), and CAUTION is slightly toxic (Categories III and IV). By law, every registered pesticide label must display the appropriate signal word.

📄 Source: https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-labels/understanding-pesticide-labels

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