Agricultural Science Past Questions

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Question 51
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 52
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 53
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 54
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 55
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 56
jamb 2023

The Balami is a breed of

APig
BSheep
CGoat
DCattle
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Question 57
jamb 2023

Which of the following is not a branch of agriculture?

AHorticulture
BForestry
CAgronomy
DZoology
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Question 58
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 59
jamb 2023

The Sokoto Gudali is a breed of

AChicken
BCattle
CHorse
DGoat
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Question 60
jamb 2023

Which of the following is an example of a monogastric animal?

AGoat
BCow
CChicken
DSheep
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Question 61
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 62
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 63
jamb 2023

Which of the following is NOT an agent of pollination in plants?

ABees
BWind
CWater
DFungi
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Question 64
jamb 2023

Which of the following is an example of agricultural technology?

ACrop rotation
BIrrigation
COrganic farming
DComposting
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Question 65
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 66
jamb 2023

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 67
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 68
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 69
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 70
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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