WAEC Agricultural Science Past Questions & Answers - Page 51

251.

The most effective method of controlling or preventing viral diseases in plants is by

A.

Practising crop rotation

B.

Spraying crops regularly

C.

Planting resistant varieties

D.

Burning affected crops

Correct answer is C

Planting resistant varieties of a plant/crop is the most effective method of controlling or preventing viral diseases since, the varieties can resist viral infections.

 

252.

Calculate the area of the farmland.

A.

0.32ha

B.

0.36ha

C.

0.47ha

D.

0.52ha

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

253.

All but one are related to surface irrigation?

A.

Mole drainage

B.

Natural flooding

C.

Sprinkler irrigation

D.

Check flooding

Correct answer is D

Mole drainage is a subsurface method of draining clay soils that experience regular waterlogging from irrigation or high rainfall.

254.

The illustrated equipment is used for?

A.

Making drills

B.

Marking stations

C.

Marking chain lengths

D.

Making holes for transplating

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

255.

The illustrated equipment is called?

A.

Arrow

B.

Harpoon

C.

Wooden peg

D.

Ranging pole

Correct answer is D

No explanation has been provided for this answer.