Which statement about line-drying pesticide-contaminated clothing is accurate?

Which statement about line-drying pesticide-contaminated clothing is accurate?

• A. It is extra time-consuming and not recommended.
• B. Line drying helps avoid contaminating the dryer with pesticides.
• C. Drying in the sun is best to eliminate all residues.
• D. You should always use a dryer after washing.

Answer: (B)

Line-drying contaminated clothing is recommended because pesticide residues can stay on fabric after washing, and using a household dryer can push those residues into the dryer's interior or onto other clothes. By line-drying outside or in a well-ventilated area, you prevent recontamination of the dryer and reduce exposure to yourself and others. Sunlight won’t reliably remove all residues, and relying on a dryer can spread contaminants through the appliance and to subsequent loads. So line-drying is the safer, correct practice.

Line-drying contaminated clothing is recommended because pesticide residues can stay on fabric after washing, and using a household dryer can push those residues into the dryer's interior or onto other clothes. By line-drying outside or in a well-ventilated area, you prevent recontamination of the dryer and reduce exposure to yourself and others. Sunlight won’t reliably remove all residues, and relying on a dryer can spread contaminants through the appliance and to subsequent loads. So line-drying is the safer, correct practice.