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Multiple Choice

Incompatible pesticides mixing may cause which of the following?

When pesticides don’t mix well in the spray tank, they can separate or precipitate, causing solids to settle and form deposits. Those deposits can clog filters, screens, and nozzle passages, leading to uneven spray and equipment problems. The other options don’t fit because incompatibility doesn’t increase effectiveness, raise yields, or improve spray coloration; it typically disrupts performance and can damage the equipment. To prevent this, check compatibility before mixing, follow proper mixing order, maintain adequate agitation, and follow label guidance.

When pesticides don’t mix well in the spray tank, they can separate or precipitate, causing solids to settle and form deposits. Those deposits can clog filters, screens, and nozzle passages, leading to uneven spray and equipment problems. The other options don’t fit because incompatibility doesn’t increase effectiveness, raise yields, or improve spray coloration; it typically disrupts performance and can damage the equipment. To prevent this, check compatibility before mixing, follow proper mixing order, maintain adequate agitation, and follow label guidance.