Question 6019 of 406 · Illinois Pesticide Applicator General Standards Exam

Compared with a rotary (centrifugal) spreader, a drop (gravity) spreader

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Acovers a wider swath with a looser edge and a throw pattern
Bis much less affected by the size and weight of the granules
Cthrows granules farther in windy conditions with little loss of accuracy
Dplaces granules more precisely along a clearly defined swath edge

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Correct answer to question 6019

D: places granules more precisely along a clearly defined swath edge

Explanation

Drop spreaders release granules straight down between the wheels, so edges are sharp and drift is minimal. Rotary spreaders cover more ground per pass but give a less precise pattern.

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Compared with a rotary (centrifugal) spreader, a drop (gravity) spreader

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