What does general treatment refer to in pesticide application?

The correct answer refers to the application of pesticides to broad expanses of surfaces. This encompasses a proactive approach to pest management, where pesticides are applied widely in an area to prevent or control pest populations. General treatment is commonly used in situations such as addressing infestations in residential properties or commercial spaces where pests may be present in multiple locations across a larger area.

Localized treatment involves targeting specific pests at their site of infestation, which is not aligned with the broader approach of general treatment. Fogging techniques tend to be specific application methods designed for particular situations, and limiting applications to agricultural settings does not cover the broader application context that general treatment implies, as it is used in various environments, not just agricultural.