WAEC Past Questions and Answers - Page 1391

6,951.

Grading of farm produce is important because it

A.

Maintains produce quality

B.

Prolongs storability

C.

Facilitates pricing

D.

Facilitates transportation

Correct answer is C

Grading allows farm produce to be classified into different grades based on their quality attributes. Each grade can then be assigned a specific price point, reflecting its quality and market demand. This transparent pricing system benefits both producers and consumers.

6,952.

The part of a disc plough to which discs are connected is

A.

Furrow wheel

B.

Standard

C.

Scraper

D.

Beam

Correct answer is B

The standard is the part of the plough that holds the disc and allows it to rotate. It is the main support structure for the disc.

6,953.

The number of teats in the udder of a cow is

A.

Four

B.

Two

C.

Six

D.

Eight

Correct answer is A

The udder of a cow consists of four separate compartments, each corresponding to one teat. Each teat serves as an outlet for the milk produced in the corresponding compartment of the udder.

6,954.

Which of the following paring enterprise could best be combined with fish farming for mutual benefits?

I. Vegetable production

II. Beekeeping

III. Poultry production

A.

I and III only

B.

I, II and III

C.

I and II only

D.

II and III only

Correct answer is A

Fish farming can be combined with vegetable production and poultry production for mutual benefits. The waste from the fish can be used as fertilizer for the vegetables, and the vegetables can help filter the water for the fish. Similarly, poultry droppings can serve as a source of food for the fish, and the fish waste can be used as a source of protein for the poultry. Therefore, the correct answer is 'I and III only'.

6,955.

Steaming up ration should be fed to

A.

Pregnant animals

B.

Weaned young animals

C.

Breeding female animals

D.

Lactating animals

Correct answer is A

Steaming up ration is a special diet given to pregnant animals, especially cows, in the last few weeks before calving. It is designed to provide the necessary nutrients to the animal and the unborn calf, and to prepare the cow for lactation. Therefore, the correct answer is 'pregnant animals'.