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 1: The instrument which enables a surveyor to find the direction of a base line is Options:
  A) abney level
  B) ranging pole
  C) plumb bob
  D) magnetic compass
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 2:

  The windmill is normally used as a source of power in

  Options:
  A) pumping well water
  B) soil drainage
  C) ridging
  D) erosion control
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 3:

  Which of the following is a method of plant propagation that involves the use of plant parts?

  Options:
  A) Seed propagation
  B) Tissue culture
  C) Layering
  D) Grafting
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 4:

  Smut disease of cereals is caused by a

  Options:
  A) bacterium
  B) fungus
  C) protozoan
  D) nematode
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 5:

  During the processes of soil formation, the cracks or crevices that are first noticed on the rocks are normally caused by

  Options:
  A) ice
  B) man
  C) wind
  D) temperature
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  The correct answer is D .
• Question 6:

  Which of the following is an important aspect of livestock management in agriculture?

  Options:
  A) Irrigation scheduling
  B) Fertilizer application rates
  C) Animal health and welfare
  D) Crop rotation techniques
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 7:

  Which of the following farm animals is considered as monogastric?

  Options:
  A) Goat.
  B) Pig.
  C) Cow.
  D) Sheep.
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  The correct answer is B .
• Question 8:

  __________is used to create awareness and interest in the new ideas and techniques among the majority of the people

  Options:
  A) mass media method
  B) Individual method
  C) Group method
  D) Many method
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  The correct answer is A .
• Question 9:

  Which of the following factors usually affects the colour of egg yolk?

  Options:
  A) age of the laying hen
  B) type of housing
  C) type of feed
  D) colour of the cock
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  The correct answer is C .
• Question 10:

  What is the primary goal of genetic engineering in agriculture?

  Options:
  A) Creating genetically modified organisms (GMOs) with desirable traits
  B) Preserving traditional farming practices and crop varieties
  C) Eliminating the use of pesticides and fertilizers in farming
  D) Enhancing crop yields through traditional breeding methods
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  The correct answer is A .