Agricultural Science Past Questions

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Question 71
jamb 2023

What are some advantages of agricultural extension?

AAll of the above
BIncreased access to modern agricultural technologies
CImproved farm productivity and profitability
DEnhanced knowledge and skills of farmers
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Question 72
jamb 2023

What is the primary purpose of agricultural mechanization?

APromoting sustainable irrigation techniques
BIncreasing crop diversity in farming systems
CReducing labor requirements in agriculture
DEnhancing organic farming practices
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Question 73
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 74
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 75
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 76
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 77
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 78
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 79
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 80
jamb 2023

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

ATranscription
BTransformation
CTranslocation
DTranslation
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Question 81
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 82
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 83
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 84
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 85
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 86
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 87
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 88
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 89
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 90
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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