Question

integrated pest management
past and now
as humans became aware of the risks linked to pesticides,
our approach to pest management evolved. we shifted
from extermination to managing pests sustainably.
integrated pest management (ipm) is a modern strategy to
control pests without wiping them out entirely.
ipms goal is not pest eradication but reducing damage to
an acceptable level, usually below 10%. it combines various
thechniques like mixed farming, biological pest controls, and
limited chemical pesticide use. however, chemicals should
be the last resort. the first step in ipm is monitoring pests.
by checking pest populations, ipm helps make informed
decisions and minimize unnecessary pesticide use,
promoting a more sustainable approach.
in what order should chemicals be used in
ipm?
first choice for pest control
only acceptable pest control method
last resort for pest control
second choice for pest control

Explanation:

The text states that in Integrated Pest Management (IPM), chemicals should be the last resort. It emphasizes shifting from extermination to sustainable management, combining techniques like mixed farming and biological controls first.

Answer:

last resort for pest control