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NABTEB Agricultural Science Practice Questions & Explanations

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  1. 1.
    Agriculture can best be defined as the?
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    Agriculture involves the cultivation of crops and the rearing of animals for food, raw materials, and other human needs.
  2. 2.
    Which of the following is a branch of agriculture?
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    Forestry is a branch of agriculture concerned with the management and cultivation of forests.
  3. 3.
    The primary importance of agriculture is the provision of?
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    Agriculture is the major source of food for human beings and animals.
  4. 4.
    Which of the following is NOT an agricultural activity?
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    Software development is not related to agricultural production.
  5. 5.
    Agriculture contributes to national development mainly through?
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    Agriculture provides food, employment opportunities, and income for economic development.
  6. 6.
    The rearing of farm animals is known as?
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    Animal husbandry refers to the breeding and management of farm animals.
  7. 7.
    Which of the following provides raw materials for industries?
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    Agriculture supplies raw materials such as cotton, rubber, and cocoa to industries.
  8. 8.
    The growing of crops such as maize, yam, and cassava is called?
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    Crop production involves cultivating plants for food and other purposes.
  9. 9.
    Agriculture helps to reduce unemployment by?
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    Agriculture employs people directly and indirectly in various sectors.
  10. 10.
    Which branch of agriculture deals with the cultivation of fruits and vegetables?
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    Horticulture focuses on the production of fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants.
  11. 11.
    One importance of agriculture to a nation is that it?
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    Export of agricultural products earns foreign exchange for a country.
  12. 12.
    The practice of cultivating fish for commercial purposes is known as?
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    Aquaculture involves the breeding and harvesting of fish and other aquatic organisms.
  13. 13.
    Which of the following is a product of agriculture?
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    Rice is an agricultural crop grown for food.
  14. 14.
    Agriculture is important because it provides?
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    Agriculture supplies both food for consumption and raw materials for industries.
  15. 15.
    Which of the following agricultural activities is concerned with bees?
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    Apiculture is the rearing and management of bees.
  16. 16.
    A country's economy benefits from agriculture through?
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    Agriculture creates employment opportunities and contributes to economic growth.
  17. 17.
    Which branch of agriculture deals with the management of forests?
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    Forestry involves the establishment, management, and conservation of forests.
  18. 18.
    Agriculture promotes rural development by?
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    Agricultural activities improve the standard of living in rural communities.
  19. 19.
    The science and art of cultivating the soil and rearing animals refers to?
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    Agriculture combines scientific knowledge and practical skills in food production.
  20. 20.
    Which of the following best explains the importance of agriculture in national food security?
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    Agriculture ensures the continuous production and availability of food for the population.
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