True or False? Changing your walking speed will affect the application rate of the fertilizer.

Changing your walking speed directly impacts the application rate of the fertilizer because the application rate is determined by the amount of fertilizer applied per unit area. If you walk faster while applying fertilizer, you will cover more ground in less time, which typically results in less fertilizer being deposited on each area of the lawn or garden. Conversely, if you walk more slowly, you will apply more fertilizer over the same area, increasing the application rate.

This relationship is crucial for ensuring that fertilizers are applied correctly and effectively, as incorrect application rates can lead to under-fertilization or over-fertilization, both of which can harm plant health and the environment. The timing of the application, like during heavy rainfall, can affect the behavior of the fertilizer once applied but does not change the fundamental relationship between walking speed and application rate.