______ refers to the highest amount of a pesticide that is allowed in a food when the pesticide is used according to label directions.

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The term tolerance in the context of pesticides refers to the maximum amount of residue that is allowed to remain on or in food products when the pesticide is used according to label directions. The Environmental Protection Agency sets tolerance levels for each pesticide and each type of food, based on the best available scientific information. The tolerance level is designed to ensure that the level of pesticide residue in food products does not pose a health risk to consumers.

______ Refers to the Highest Amount of a Pesticide That