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 211:

  Which of the following is an objective of agricultural development programs?

  Options:
  A) Maximizing profits for individual farmers
  B) Increasing dependency on external inputs
  C) Enhancing sustainable agricultural practices
  D) Expanding land holdings for large-scale farms
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 212:

  Which of the following is an example of igneous rock?

  Options:
  A) gneiss
  B) limestone
  C) standstone
  D) granite
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 213:

  Which of the following is not a sign of animal approaching parturition?

  Options:
  A) soft, pliable and swollen vulva
  B) relaxed cervix
  C) full mammary gland
  D) drop in milk productio
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 214:

  All but one are qualities of a good extension worker

  Options:
  A) Organisational Ability
  B) Clear Judgement
  C) Initiative
  D) Involvement in local politics
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 215:

  Which of the following is a common method of disseminating information to farmers?

  Options:
  A) All of the above
  B) Social media campaigns
  C) Radio broadcasts
  D) Field demonstrations
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 216:

  A crop not requiring more than 750mm annual rainfall is most suitable for cultivation in

  Options:
  A) Rain forest
  B) Sahel savanna
  C) Sudan savanna
  D) Guinea savanna
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 217:

  Which of these operations comes first in cultural practice?

  Options:
  A) Tillage
  B) Ridges
  C) Stumping
  D) Harvesting
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 218:

  A piece of land is said to be on lease to a farmer when the land is

  Options:
  A) inherited from the father
  B) given to him as a gift
  C) given as compensation
  D) given for a specific period on rental basis
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 219:

  The effects of practicing crop rotation include the following except

  Options:
  A) maintaining and improving soil fertility
  B) controlling soil erosion
  C) adding humus to the soil
  D) preventing the build-up of pests and diseases
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 220:

  Which of the following is not a role of science and technology in agricultural development in Nigeria?

  Options:
  A) Production of chemical fertilizers
  B) Pest and diseases control
  C) Harvesting, processing and packaging
  D) Poor transportation network
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  The correct answer is D .