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A biocontrol agent to be a part of an integrated pest management should be

1. Species-specific and inactive on nontarget organisms.
2. Species-specific and symbiotic.
3. Free living and broad spectrum.
4. Narrow spectrum and symbiotic.

Correct answer: Species-specific and inactive on nontarget organisms.

Solution

A good biocontrol agent in integrated pest management should attack the target pest specifically and avoid harming beneficial or other non-target organisms. This makes it effective while preserving ecosystem balance.

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