Raising young children who crawl about the floor,Mom does not want to spray chemicals of any sort in or around the home.However,she is well aware of West Nile virus spread by mosquitoes and Lyme disease spread by ticks.Therefore,Mom decides to take a different strategy.Carefully examining and repairing the window screens,window enclosures,and doorways,she closes up any cracks or tears where bugs might get in.This loving mother is protecting her children by using

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The mother's actions of repairing and closing up entry points for bugs is an example of cultural control, which involves modifying the environment to reduce pest populations without the use of chemicals. This approach is effective and safe for young children who may be sensitive to chemical exposure. Natural enemies control involves introducing predators or parasites to control pest populations, genetic control involves using genetically modified organisms to control pests, and natural chemical control involves using natural substances, such as oils or plant extracts, to control pests. None of these approaches are utilized in the scenario given.

Raising Young Children Who Crawl About the Floor,Mom Does Not