Which statement accurately describes common tropical pests and a design response?

• A. Rodents, beetles, mold; use glass walls.
• B. Termites, mold, mosquitoes; rely on chemical treatment only.
• C. Termites, beetles, mold; termite barriers and raised floors.
• D. Termites, beetles, mold; avoid moisture management.

Answer: (C)

In tropical design, preventing moisture buildup and blocking termite entry are central ideas because humidity fuels mold and termites threaten wooden structures. A solid design response combines physical termite barriers with raised floors: termite barriers stop termites from reaching the building, while raised floors keep timber above ground moisture and improve airflow, reducing damp conditions that mold thrives on and lowering termite risk. The other options miss one or both of these essential strategies—relying solely on chemicals neglects structural defenses, glass walls don’t address termites or mold, and avoiding moisture management ignores a key factor in tropical pest problems.