Agricultural Science Past Questions

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Question 81
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 82
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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Question 83
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 84
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 85
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 86
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 87
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 88
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 89
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 90
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 91
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 92
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 93
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 94
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 95
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 96
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 97
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 98
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 99
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 100
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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