Which violation involves selling RUP to unauthorized individuals?

The violation that involves selling Restricted Use Pesticides (RUP) to unauthorized individuals is the sale to uncertified applicants. RUPs can only be sold to individuals who have received specific training and certification from the appropriate regulatory authority, such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or state agriculture departments, to ensure safe and effective use.

Selling RUPs to individuals who do not have this certification compromises safety and can lead to improper application, which presents risks to human health and the environment. This violation underscores the importance of adhering to certification requirements in the pesticide distribution process.

In contrast, the other choices involve different compliance issues. Failure to report sales pertains to not fulfilling mandatory documentation or reporting obligations, which can lead to regulatory scrutiny but does not directly involve the sale of products to unauthorized individuals. Late submission of monthly sales registry also deals with reporting timelines rather than the legitimacy of the customers. Inaccurate EPA numbers concern the documentation and labeling of products rather than the authorization status of the purchasers. Each of these issues is significant, but they do not specifically address the violation associated with selling RUP to individuals who lack the necessary certification.