Agricultural Science Past Questions

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Question 161
jamb 2023

What is the primary characteristic of weeds in agriculture?

AThey are beneficial for crop growth
BThey compete with crops for resources
CThey are cultivated intentionally by farmers
DThey do not require any maintenance
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Question 162
jamb 2023

What is the primary goal of agricultural extension services in the field of agricultural economics?

APromoting sustainable farming practices
BMaximizing crop yields
CEnhancing market access for farmers
DIncreasing farm profits
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Question 163
jamb 2023

Which of the following are branches of agriculture?

AEconomics and Mathematics
BAgronomy and Horticulture
CBiology and Chemistry
DBotany and Zoology
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Question 164
jamb 2023

Which of the following is an example of an agricultural extension method used to disseminate information to farmers?

ACrop rotation
BIrrigation systems
CFarmer field schools
DSoil testing
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Question 165
jamb 2023

What is commercial agriculture?

ALarge-scale farming for profit and market-oriented production
BFarming for self-sufficiency and survival
CSmall-scale farming with limited use of modern technology
DIntensive farming using advanced technology
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Question 166
jamb 2023

What is pollination in plants?

AThe dispersal of seeds by wind or animals
BThe transfer of pollen from the anther to the stigma of a flower
CThe process of seed formation after fertilization
DThe production of flowers by a plant
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Question 167
jamb 2023

What is animal production in agriculture?

AThe management and care of livestock for various purposes
BThe breeding and genetic improvement of animals for specific traits
CThe production of animal-based products such as milk and eggs
DThe cultivation of crops for animal consumption
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Question 168
jamb 2023

What is the primary purpose of farmstead planning in agriculture?

AMaximizing crop yields
BOptimizing livestock management
CEfficient utilization of available space
DEnsuring efficient water usage
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Question 169
jamb 2023

What is a soil profile, and what information does it provide in agricultural practices?

AA soil profile is an analysis of soil microorganisms and their activities
BA soil profile is an assessment of soil compaction and drainage
CA soil profile is a vertical section of the soil that reveals its layers or horizons
DA soil profile is a measurement of soil pH and nutrient levels
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Question 170
jamb 2023

What is agricultural ecology?

AThe study of genetics and breeding techniques used in agriculture
BThe study of climate change and its effects on agricultural productivity
CThe study of ecological processes in agricultural systems and their interactions
DThe study of agricultural practices and their economic impact on farmers
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Question 171
jamb 2023

What are the main differences between monocot and dicot plants?

AMonocots have parallel leaf veins, while dicots have branched leaf veins
BMonocots have flower parts in multiples of three, while dicots have flower parts in multiples of four or five
CAll of the above
DMonocots have fibrous root systems, while dicots have taproot systems
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Question 172
jamb 2023

What is soil conservation, and why is it important in agriculture?

ASoil conservation involves the removal of topsoil for agricultural purposes
BSoil conservation refers to the preservation and sustainable management of soil resources
CSoil conservation aims to maximize crop yields through intensive farming practices
DSoil conservation focuses on increasing soil fertility through the use of chemical fertilizers
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Question 173
jamb 2023

What is subsistence agriculture?

AExport-oriented agricultural production
BIntensive farming using advanced technology
CFarming for self-sufficiency and survival
DLarge-scale commercial farming
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Question 174
jamb 2023

Which of the following best describes agricultural marketing?

AThe process of producing agricultural goods
BThe transportation of agricultural products to consumers
CThe storage and preservation of agricultural goods
DThe promotion and selling of agricultural products
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Question 175
jamb 2023

Which of the following is a common problem in agricultural economics and extension?

AInadequate market infrastructure
BExcessive government regulations
COverreliance on chemical inputs
DLack of access to modern technology
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Question 176
jamb 2023

What are the main components of soil?

AWater, nutrients, and microorganisms
BOrganic matter, minerals, and air
CSand, silt, and clay
DAll of the above
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Question 177
jamb 2023

The Balami is a breed of

APig
BSheep
CGoat
DCattle
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Question 178
jamb 2023

Which of the following is not a branch of agriculture?

AHorticulture
BForestry
CAgronomy
DZoology
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Question 179
jamb 2023

Which of the following is a method of plant propagation that involves the use of plant parts?

ASeed propagation
BTissue culture
CLayering
DGrafting
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Question 180
jamb 2023

The Sokoto Gudali is a breed of

AChicken
BCattle
CHorse
DGoat
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