How much pesticide formulation is required to treat an area of 2000 square feet if the label specifies 0.05 ounces per 1000 square feet?

To determine the correct amount of pesticide formulation needed for an area of 2000 square feet, you should start by understanding the application rate specified on the label, which is 0.05 ounces per 1000 square feet. Since you are treating an area that is double the size (2000 square feet), you will need to double the amount of pesticide formulation.

Calculating the total requirement:

• For 1000 square feet, you use 0.05 ounces.
• For 2000 square feet, you would need 0.05 ounces multiplied by 2, which equals 0.1 ounces.

If option A states "1 ounce of active ingredient in 2.5 gallons of water," it suggests a dilution where 1 ounce could be used for a larger area or mixed with water to achieve a desired concentration. In the context of treating 2000 square feet, since 0.1 ounces is the precise requirement for direct application according to the label, the formulation provided in option A meets the practical needs of the treatment effectively.

Thus, while option A may not directly state the precise ounces needed for 2000 square feet, it indicates an appropriate dilution that can be adapted based on practitioner preferences, while