Agricultural Science Past Questions

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Question 31
jamb 2023

Which part of a tractor is responsible for providing power to the attached implements or machinery?

ASteering system
BTransmission
CEngine
DHydraulic system
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Question 32
jamb 2023

Which of the following is a common by-product of farm animals?

AAll of the above
BWool
CFertilizer
DMilk
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Question 33
jamb 2023

What is the purpose of using a scale of preference in agricultural decision-making?

ATo evaluate the environmental impact of farming practices
BTo determine the most profitable crops to cultivate
CTo allocate resources effectively among different activities
DTo prioritize agricultural tasks based on urgency
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Question 34
jamb 2023

What is the primary purpose of storage facilities in agriculture?

AOffering a workspace for farm laborers
BStoring and preserving harvested crops
CProviding shelter for farm animals
DHousing agricultural machinery and equipment
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Question 35
jamb 2023

What is the primary objective of agricultural research?

ADeveloping new farming technologies
BIncreasing crop diversity
CPromoting organic farming practices
DEnhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability
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Question 36
jamb 2023

Which of the following is an important aspect of livestock management in agriculture?

AIrrigation scheduling
BFertilizer application rates
CAnimal health and welfare
DCrop rotation techniques
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Question 37
jamb 2023

What is the primary focus of animal husbandry in agriculture?

AVeterinary care for domestic pets
BProtection of wildlife habitats
CBreeding and management of farm animals
DCrop cultivation for livestock feed
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Question 38
jamb 2023

What is the process of introducing foreign genetic material into an organism called?

ATranscription
BTransformation
CTranslocation
DTranslation
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Question 39
jamb 2023

What does the term "recombinant DNA" refer to in biotechnology?

ADNA synthesized in a laboratory
BDNA replicated using polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
CDNA extracted from ancient fossils
DDNA modified to contain genes from different organisms
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Question 40
jamb 2023

What happens to the price of a agricultural product when demand exceeds supply?

AThe price fluctuates randomly
BThe price decreases
CThe price remains unchanged
DThe price increases
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Question 41
jamb 2023

What is the primary focus of agronomy in agriculture?

AManagement of soil and crops
BBreeding and genetics of crops
CStudy of climate and weather patterns
DMarketing and selling of agricultural products
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Question 42
jamb 2023

What is the term used to describe the deliberate modification of an organism's genetic material using biotechnology techniques?

AMutation
BCloning
CGenetic engineering
DHybridization
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Question 43
jamb 2023

Farm animals can be classified into three main categories based on their primary purpose. Which of the following is NOT one of those categories?

APoultry
BAquatic animals
CCompanion animals
DLivestock animals
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Question 44
jamb 2023

What is the primary goal of genetic engineering in agriculture?

ACreating genetically modified organisms (GMOs) with desirable traits
BPreserving traditional farming practices and crop varieties
CEliminating the use of pesticides and fertilizers in farming
DEnhancing crop yields through traditional breeding methods
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Question 45
jamb 2023

What does the concept of demand and supply refer to in agriculture?

AThe government's role in regulating agricultural prices
BThe distribution of agricultural resources among different regions
CThe quantity of agricultural products produced and consumed
DThe interaction between buyers and sellers in agricultural markets
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Question 46
jamb 2023

What is the primary function of the reproductive system in farm animals?

ADigestion of food
BReproduction and propagation of the species
CProduction of milk for offspring
DMaintenance of body temperature
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Question 47
jamb 2023

What is the role of agricultural extension officers in the field of agriculture?

AProviding financial assistance to farmers
BMarketing agricultural products to consumers
CConducting research on new farming techniques
DDelivering agricultural education and training to farmers
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Question 48
jamb 2023

Which of the following periods marked the beginning of agricultural practices by early human societies?

APaleolithic Age
BInformation Age
CRenaissance Era
DIndustrial Revolution
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Question 49
jamb 2023

Which of the following is a common method of disseminating information to farmers?

AAll of the above
BSocial media campaigns
CRadio broadcasts
DField demonstrations
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Question 50
jamb 2023

What is the primary goal of crop improvement in agriculture?

AReducing pest and disease resistance
BExpanding crop cultivation areas
CIncreasing crop diversity
DEnhancing crop yield and quality
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