Agricultural Science Past Questions

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Question 31
jamb 2023

What factors influence soil fertility in agriculture?

ApH and soil structure
BOrganic matter content and nutrient availability
CSoil texture and drainage
DAll of the above
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Question 32
jamb 2023

Which of the following is an example of a biotic factor in an agricultural ecosystem?

ARainfall
BSoil pH
CTemperature
DCrop pests
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Question 33
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Which of the following is NOT an agent of pollination in plants?

ABees
BWind
CWater
DFungi
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Question 34
jamb 2023

Which of the following is an example of agricultural technology?

ACrop rotation
BIrrigation
COrganic farming
DComposting
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Question 35
jamb 2023

Which of the following is NOT a component of agronomy?

APest management
BCrop production
CSoil management
DAnimal husbandry
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Question 36
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What is agronomy?

AThe study of crop production and soil management
BThe study of animal breeding and genetics
CThe study of agricultural machinery and equipment
DThe study of plant diseases and pest control
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Question 37
jamb 2023

Which of the following is an objective of agricultural development programs?

AMaximizing profits for individual farmers
BIncreasing dependency on external inputs
CEnhancing sustainable agricultural practices
DExpanding land holdings for large-scale farms
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Question 38
jamb 2023

Which of the following is NOT a principle of agronomy?

AControlling pests and diseases
BManaging soil fertility
CPromoting biodiversity conservation
DMaximizing crop yield
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Question 39
jamb 2023

What are the important properties of soil in agriculture?

ApH, organic matter content, and water-holding capacity
BDrainage, cation exchange capacity, and soil depth.
CAll of the above
DTexture, structure, and fertility
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Question 40
jamb 2023

Which of the following is a hand tool commonly used in agriculture for cutting grass or crops?

AHarrow
BPlow
CScythe
DSeeder
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Question 41
jamb 2023

Which breed of sheep is commonly found in Nigeria and known for its meat production?

AWest African Dwarf
BBarbados Blackbelly
CUda
DDorper
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Question 42
jamb 2023

The N'dama breed of cattle is primarily raised for

AFiber production
BMeat production
CMilk production
DDraft power
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Question 43
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What are abiotic factors in an agricultural ecosystem?

AFactors related to the living organisms
BFactors related to the availability of nutrients
CFactors related to the climate and weather
DFactors related to the physical environment
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Question 44
jamb 2023

What is crop science?

AThe study of agricultural machinery and equipment
BThe study of weather patterns and their impact on crop growth
CThe study of soil fertility and nutrient management
DThe study of plant genetics and breeding
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Question 45
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What is the process of removing the horns of cattle called?

AMating
BDipping
CDehorning
DCastration
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Question 46
jamb 2023

What are biotic factors in an agricultural ecosystem?

AFactors related to the climate and weather
BFactors related to the living organisms
CFactors related to the physical environment
DFactors related to the availability of nutrients
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Question 47
jamb 2023

What is rock weathering and how does it affect agriculture?

ARock weathering is the process of rocks eroding and washing away from agricultural fields
BRock weathering is the process of breaking down rocks into smaller fragments
CRock weathering is the process of rocks decomposing and releasing nutrients into the soil
DRock weathering is the process of rocks absorbing water and expanding in size
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Question 48
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What is the importance of agriculture?

AAgriculture has no significant impact on the economy or global trade
BAgriculture is essential for food production and food security
CAgriculture provides employment opportunities only in rural areas
DAgriculture is primarily focused on the production of cash crops for export
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Question 49
jamb 2023

Which of the following is an example of a farm implement used for soil preparation in agriculture?

ASeeder
BSprayer
CHarvester
DPlow
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Question 50
jamb 2023

What is the primary purpose of farm surveying in agriculture?

AMapping land boundaries
BDetermining soil fertility
CAssessing crop yield
DIdentifying pest infestations
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