Agricultural-Science Exam Past Questions and Answers | JAMB, WAEC and NECO

Agricultural science studies farming practices, including soil cultivation for growing crops and raising animals for food, wool, and other products.

• Question 171:

  Which of the following is not a source of farm power?

  Options:
  A) wind
  B) Bull
  C) Tractor
  D) Plough
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 172:

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

  Options:
  A) Combine harvester
  B) Harrow
  C) Tractor
  D) Seed drill
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 173:

  What is soil conservation, and why is it important in agriculture?

  Options:
  A) Soil conservation involves the removal of topsoil for agricultural purposes
  B) Soil conservation refers to the preservation and sustainable management of soil resources
  C) Soil conservation aims to maximize crop yields through intensive farming practices
  D) Soil conservation focuses on increasing soil fertility through the use of chemical fertilizers
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 174:

  Miracidium is one of the stages in the life cycle of

  Options:
  A) roundworm
  B) liver fluke
  C) tapeworm
  D) tick
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 175:

  What are the primary benefits of agricultural extension services?

  Options:
  A) Preservation of traditional farming practices
  B) Enhanced knowledge and skills of farmers
  C) Increased crop diversity and yield
  D) Improved market access for agricultural products
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 176:

  Food shortage can be minimized by

  Options:
  A) efficient pest control services
  B) natural hazards
  C) illegal exportation of farm produce
  D) hoarding
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 177: Tomatoes are staked in order to Options:
  A) accelerate their growth
  B) induce flowering
  C) accelerate fruit ripening
  D) prevent rotting of fruits
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 178: A sow that is not producing milk after farrowing should be given Options:
  A) oxytocin
  B) antibiotic
  C) anthelmintric drug
  D) sulphaquinoxaline
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 179:

  The primary role of agriculture is the provision of

  Options:
  A) foreign exchange earnings
  B) raw materials for industries
  C) food for man and his animals
  D) employment and income for farmers
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 180:

  One of the limitation of mechanization of farms is

  Options:
  A) reduction in the cost of production
  B) exposure of soil to the effects of climate
  C) increase in yield of crops
  D) reduction of farm labour
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  The correct answer is A .