Which pest management strategy is emphasized in IPM as a core approach?

• A. Combining pest management tools
• B. Eliminating all pests
• C. Using only chemical control
• D. Ignoring pest damage

Answer: (A)

Integrated pest management focuses on using a mix of control methods together as part of a planned strategy. The best choice reflects that approach: combining pest management tools. By weaving together cultural practices, biological controls, mechanical or physical methods, and, when appropriate, selective chemical treatments, IPM aims to keep pest populations below economic thresholds while reducing environmental impact and slowing resistance. This stands in contrast to trying to eradicate every pest, relying solely on chemicals, or ignoring pest damage, all of which are not consistent with IPM.