What is an advantage of using rodenticides over soap, traps, and glue boards?

• A. More efficient
• B. Cheaper
• C. Odor
• D. Secondary poisoning

Answer: (A)

The main idea is efficiency in control. Rodenticides offer a broader, time-saving approach because a single bait placement can attract and kill many rodents across the area, including those hidden in walls, voids, or burrows. This means you don’t have to check and reset traps or glue boards as often, and you can treat larger infestations with less labor. In contrast, traps and glue boards target individuals one by one and require more frequent monitoring and handling, which is why rodenticides are viewed as the more efficient option in many situations. Odor and secondary poisoning are not advantages, and cost can vary, but the efficiency comes from affecting a larger number of pests with less day-to-day effort.