2001 - WAEC Agriculture Past Questions and Answers - page 1
1
Which of the following occupations is not associated with agriculture?
A
production of polythene
B
production of honey
C
fertilizer production
D
saw-milling
correct option: a
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Which of the following factors most influence the standard of living of individuals in a community?
A
food crop production
B
availabilty of machinery
C
production of raw materials
D
foreign excahnge earnings
correct option: a
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Subsistence farming is not characterized by
A
the use of crude farm tools
B
the use of extended family holdings
C
low application of fertilizers
D
low yields
correct option: d
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The factors hindering the development of agriculture in West Africa include the following except
A
land tenure system
B
inadequate rural infracstructure
C
lack of rural markets
D
poor transportation facilities
correct option: c
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Government agricultural regulation are made to control the following except the
A
spread of diseases
B
exploitation of natural resources
C
control of crops and animals quality
D
use of exotic breeds
correct option: a
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The primary role of government in agricultural development is to
A
provide improved homesteads for farmers
B
formulate good agricultural polocies
C
provide extension services
D
sell farmers produce through export
correct option: b
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Which of the following statement about land is not correct?
A
it is basic requirement for production
B
its supply is limited
C
indiscriminate use can cause it to deteriorate
D
it can br relocated
correct option: d
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Poaching is prohibited in dame reserves in order to
A
preserve wildlife
B
starve hunters
C
reduce wildlife population
D
protect hunters from wild animals
correct option: a
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In crop plants, high temperatures may cause
A
premature dropping of fruits
B
delayed ripening of fruits
C
formation of woody stems
D
prolonged drying of seeds
correct option: a
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The physical factor affecting crop production is
A
man
B
temperature
C
micro-organisms
D
vegetation
correct option: b
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