Question

what role does maintaining plant health play in integrated pest management? it increases the need for chemical pesticides. healthy plants are more resistant to pests. it makes plants more attractive to pests. it has no impact on pest resistance.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• "It increases the need for chemical pesticides" is incorrect because healthy plants should reduce the need for pesticides, not increase it.
• "Healthy plants are more resistant to pests" is correct. Maintaining plant health helps plants develop better defenses against pests, making them more resistant.
• "It makes plants more attractive to pests" is incorrect as healthy plants are less likely to be attractive to pests compared to stressed or unhealthy ones.
• "It has no impact on pest resistance" is incorrect because plant health directly affects their ability to resist pests.

Answer:

B. Healthy plants are more resistant to pests.