WAEC Agricultural Science Past Questions & Answers - Page 234

1,166.

In the event of increased government subsidies, the farmer's production cost

A.

Falls, hence supply increases

B.

Falls, hence supply decreases

C.

Rises, hence supply increases

D.

Falls, hence supply decreases

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,167.

The functions of a farm manager include the following except

A.

Decision making

B.

Co-ordination of farm activites

C.

Supervision of farm labourers

D.

Financing agricultural projects

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,168.

The method of fish preservation in which most of the moisture is lost is

A.

Frying

B.

Salting

C.

Drying

D.

Canning

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,169.

Which of the following statements is not true of agricultural production?

A.

Land is an immobile asset

B.

A fishing ground is a factor of production

C.

Human resources constitute a factor of production

D.

Availability of land is more important than its quality

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,170.

The following factors are necessary for siting fish pond except

A.

Reliable source of water supply

B.

Type of soil

C.

Topography

D.

Climatic conditions

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.