WAEC Agricultural Science Past Questions & Answers - Page 232

1,156.

The total land area of a country available for farming depends on the

A.

Level of literacy of farmers

B.

Climate of the area

C.

Sex distribution of the population

D.

Number of houses and other structures

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,157.

The role of science and technology in the development of agriculture includes the following except

A.

Provision of insecticides and drugs

B.

Provision of good road network

C.

Introduction of artificial insemination centres

D.

Setting up produce marketing boards

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,158.

In order to ensure that crop and animal diseases are not transferred across international boundaries, government must

A.

Have a programme on agricultural education

B.

Endeavour to produce only disease resistant species

C.

Have and enforce quarantine services

D.

Increase surveillance of its borders by security agents

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,159.

Government laws and reforms are aimed at

A.

Increasing agricultural production

B.

Controlling farm profits

C.

Discouraging investment in agriculture

D.

Encouraging importation of agricultural produce

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,160.

Which of the following groups of basic amenities should be provided in rural areas foe improves agricultural productivity?

A.

Water, electricity and health care centres

B.

Electricity, guest houses and water

C.

Health care centres, water and airports

D.

Roads, airports and recreational centres

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.