WAEC Agricultural Science Past Questions & Answers - Page 51

251.

Soil texture can be refered to as

 

A.

Distribution of soil particles in a given sample

B.

Movement of water through the soil

C.

Distribution of the different sizes of soil particles

D.

The degree of soil aeration

Correct answer is C

Soil Texture is the classification of soil based on its physical texture and characteristics, particularly the size of the particles that make up the soil.

 

252.

Determine the equilibrium price of rice

A.

N1.00

B.

N2.00

C.

N3.00

D.

N4.00

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

253.

The wear and tear of farm structures over time is described as

A.

Appreciation

B.

Depreciation

C.

Capitalization

D.

Salvage value

Correct answer is B

Choice B is correct. The wear and tear of farm structures overtime is described as depreciation.

254.

What is the change in quantity of rice demand when the price increases from N1.00 to N5.00?

A.

8kg

B.

6kg

C.

4kg

D.

2kg

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

255.

Which of the following is not a branch of agriculture?

A.

Forestry

B.

Fishery

C.

Kidding

D.

Agricultural economics

Correct answer is C

Kidding is not branch of agriculture. It is the act of giving birth in rabbits and goats.