Agricultural Science Past Questions

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Question 1
jamb 2023

What is the primary purpose of processing facilities in agriculture?

ATo process raw agricultural materials into value-added products
BTo provide shelter and housing for livestock
CTo package and label agricultural products
DTo store and preserve harvested crops
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Question 2
jamb 2023

What are the primary benefits of agricultural extension services?

APreservation of traditional farming practices
BEnhanced knowledge and skills of farmers
CIncreased crop diversity and yield
DImproved market access for agricultural products
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Question 3
jamb 2023

Which of the following is NOT a component of soil?

AOrganic matter
BWater
Crubber
DMinerals
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Question 4
jamb 2023

Which of the following is an example of a pasture commonly used in agriculture?

ACorn plantation
BOrange orchard
CCattle pasture
DWheat field
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Question 5
jamb 2023

What is a potential disadvantage of mass media for farmers?

ALack of credibility in agricultural news
BInsufficient coverage of farming practices
CLimited access to information
DIncreased cost of agricultural inputs
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Question 6
jamb 2023

What is the primary purpose of an agricultural extension service?

AProviding financial assistance to farmers
BOffering training and advisory services to farmers
CConducting research on agricultural practices
DMarketing and selling agricultural products
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Question 7
jamb 2023

What is the relationship between demand and supply in agriculture?

ADemand in agriculture is independent of supply
BDemand and supply in agriculture are interdependent
CSupply in agriculture is determined solely by demand
DDemand and supply in agriculture are unrelated
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Question 8
jamb 2023

What is the role of agricultural extension officers in relation to farmers?

ATo provide financial support to farmers
BTo sell agricultural products to farmers
CTo offer technical advice and assistance to farmers
DTo regulate agricultural practices on farms
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Question 9
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 10
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 11
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 12
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 13
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 14
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 15
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 16
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 17
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 18
jamb 2023

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

ATranscription
BTransformation
CTranslocation
DTranslation
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Question 19
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 20
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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