Agricultural Science Past Questions

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Question 41
jamb 2023

Which of the following is a primary function of the digestive system?

ARegulation of body temperature
BOxygen transport
CProduction of hormones
DAbsorption of nutrients
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Question 42
jamb 2023

What does the scale of preference represent in agricultural decision-making?

AThe ranking of available choices based on personal preference
BThe availability of resources for agricultural production
CThe total cost of implementing different agricultural practices
DThe market demand for agricultural products
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Question 43
jamb 2023

Which of the following is an example of farm machinery used for planting seeds?

ACombine harvester
BHarrow
CTractor
DSeed drill
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Question 44
jamb 2023

Which of the following is a branch of agriculture that focuses on the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants?

AApiculture
BAquaculture
CSericulture
DHorticulture
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Question 45
jamb 2023

How are farm animals classified based on their feeding habits?

ABy their reproductive strategies
BBy their feeding preferences
CBy their geographical distribution
DBy their size and weight
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Question 46
jamb 2023

What is the primary purpose of a pasture in agriculture?

AGrazing animals for forage
BProviding shade for livestock
CGrowing cash crops
DFostering wildlife habitat
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Question 47
jamb 2023

Which of the following is a form of land ownership in which an individual holds complete ownership and control over a piece of land?

ATenancy
BFreehold
CLeasehold
DCommonhold
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Question 48
jamb 2023

What is the primary purpose of mixed cropping in agriculture?

AMaximizing the yield of a single crop
BSimplifying farm management practices
CEnhancing soil fertility through crop rotation
DReducing the risk of crop failure
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Question 49
jamb 2023

Which of the following is a potential disadvantage of agricultural extension?

ALack of access to extension services in remote areas
BIncreased farmer knowledge and skills
CStrengthened farmer-government relationships
DEnhanced adoption of improved farming practices
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Question 50
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 51
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 52
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 53
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 54
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 55
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 56
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 57
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 58
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 59
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 60
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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