Insect resistance refers to which capability?

Insect resistance refers to which capability?

• A. Capability to impede damage by insects by treating materials with chemicals
• B. Ability to enhance crop flavor
• C. Tendency to attract pests
• D. Inability to resist any pests

Answer: (A)

Insect resistance is the ability of a crop or material to withstand damage from insects, often achieved by protecting it with chemicals. This means using treatments that deter or kill pests so they cannot cause as much harm. The best choice captures this idea by describing the capability to impede insect damage through chemical treatment. The other options describe effects that aren’t about resisting insect damage—such as altering flavor, attracting pests, or being unable to resist pests.

Insect resistance is the ability of a crop or material to withstand damage from insects, often achieved by protecting it with chemicals. This means using treatments that deter or kill pests so they cannot cause as much harm. The best choice captures this idea by describing the capability to impede insect damage through chemical treatment. The other options describe effects that aren’t about resisting insect damage—such as altering flavor, attracting pests, or being unable to resist pests.