Question

what is the primary goal of integrated pest management (ipm)? to control pests with only chemicals to completely eradicate all pests to use as many pesticides as possible to reduce pest damage to an acceptable level

Explanation:

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) focuses on managing pests in a way that minimizes damage, not just relying on chemicals, eradicating all pests, or overusing pesticides. Its primary goal is to reduce pest - related damage to a level that is acceptable, considering environmental and economic factors. The option “to control pests with only chemicals” is wrong as IPM uses multiple methods, not just chemicals. “To completely eradicate all pests” is not feasible or the goal of IPM. “To use as many pesticides as possible” goes against IPM's aim of minimizing pesticide use.

Answer:

D. to reduce pest damage to an acceptable level