Which feature is described for a drop spreader?

• A. A handheld applicator that dispenses a small, measured amount of pesticide.
• B. A row of holes across the full width of the hopper bottom.
• C. Uses a spinning plate to distribute the pesticide in a much wider swath than the width of the spreader.
• D. Designed to apply herbicides to precise areas.

Answer: (B)

Drop spreaders work by letting granules fall directly through openings at the bottom of the hopper. A row of holes across the full width of the hopper bottom ensures the material exits evenly across the spreader’s width, giving a narrow, straight-down distribution that stays close to the ground. This design helps you place product precisely where you want it and reduces drift compared to other spreading methods. The other descriptions describe different equipment features: a handheld applicator is for small, measured doses, a spinning plate distributes material over a wide swath, and applying herbicides to precise areas points to targeted spot treatments rather than a downward-dropped pattern.