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2025 Fall HHS 115 Final Exam PRACTICE QUIZ

单项选择题

Why are pesticides used?

选项
A.to act as preservatives in our food supply
B.to kill insects, rodents, or other living things
C.to enhance the flavor of soups and salad dressings
D.to stimulate plant growth beyond the normal rate
E.to extend the shelf-life of stored food products
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Question topic: Why are pesticides used? The options present several potential purposes, and we need to evaluate each one. Option 1: 'to act as preservatives in our food supply' — This is not the primary purpose of pesticides. Pesticides are chemical agents used to control pests, not to preserve food. Some preservation processes might involve additives, but pest......Login to view full explanation

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