1.
Farm tools
A ridger is mainly used for
Answer: B. A ridger is used for making ridges with a tractor.
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2.
Animal production
Broilers are chickens raised mainly for
Answer: D. Broilers grow fast for meat; layers produce eggs.
3.
Crop production
Which of these is a cash crop?
Answer: D. Cocoa is grown mainly for sale and export.
4.
Soil fertility
In NPK fertiliser, the letter K stands for
Answer: B. N = nitrogen, P = phosphorus, K = potassium.
5.
Farming systems
Mixed farming is the
Answer: A. Mixed farmers keep animals and grow crops.
6.
Soil
The soil type best suited to most crops is
Answer: A. Loam has a good balance of drainage and water retention.
7.
Soil conservation
Which practice helps to control soil erosion on slopes?
Answer: D. Ploughing across the slope slows run-off.
8.
Farm mechanisation
The implement used for primary tillage is the
Answer: B. Ploughing is the first tillage; harrowing follows.
9.
Animal health
Newcastle disease affects
Answer: D. Newcastle disease is a viral disease of birds.
10.
Land tenure
The Land Use Act of 1978 vests land in each state in the
Answer: D. The Act places land in trust with the governor.
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Questions in the MyGradePrep bank for each topic.
| Topic | Questions |
|---|---|
| Animal production | 117 |
| Crop production | 115 |
| Soil fertility | 47 |
| Crop protection | 23 |
| Farm tools | 20 |
| Animal health | 19 |