Question

In the past 40 years, pesticide use has tripled yet pests still cause extensive damage to crops. Why has this increased use of pesticides not been more effective? a. The pesticides in use today are much less powerful due to government regulations. b. Increases in ultraviolet radiation and global warming break down pesticides faster. c. The widespread use of pesticides has resulted in the evolution of pesticide resistant pests. d. The pesticides available are no longer suited for the most common types of pests.

Answer 1

Answer: The pesticides in use today are much less powerful due to government regulations.

Explanation: I learned this already.