JAMB UTME - Agricultural Science - 2022

_________ is the sowing of seed by drilling with stick or knife, followed by dropping seeds and covering them

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Which of the following processes is not used in rice processing

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The process that is not used in rice processing is fermentation. Threshing is the process of separating the grain from the straw, while winnowing is the process of separating the chaff from the grain. Perboiling involves partially boiling the rice in the husk, which results in increased nutritional value and easier removal of the husk. Fermentation is a process used in the production of certain types of alcoholic beverages and some food products, but it is not a typical step in rice processing.

The process whereby the embryo of a seed resumes growth under favourable conditions is called

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The process whereby the embryo of a seed resumes growth under favorable conditions is called germination.

__________ is the distance of the sown seed in the soil from the soil surface

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Planting depth is the distance of the sown seed in the soil from the soil surface.

____________ is said to occur when a ration does not provide all the food nutrients in adequate quantities needed by animal.

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Malnutrition is said to occur when a ration does not provide all the food nutrients in adequate quantities needed by an animal.

The following are examples of agricultural extension except

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The "red revolution programme" is not an example of agricultural extension.

Legumes that produce edible seeds are known as

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Pulses.

Climatic factors which affects organisms include the following except

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The climatic factors which affect organisms include air, sunlight, and rain. Rocks are not a climatic factor, although they can indirectly affect organisms through their impact on soil composition and drainage patterns.

The animal dungs are used as_____to improve the soil fertility

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The animal dungs are used as organic manure to improve the soil fertility.

________ is all written ideas and innovation for literate to read, understand and apply.

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A bulletin

A person who is involved in the dissemination of new ideas and techniques from the research institutes to the farmers is called

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An Agricultural Extension Officer is a person who is involved in the dissemination of new ideas and techniques from the research institutes to the farmers. They play a crucial role in bridging the gap between research and farmers, ensuring that the latest advancements in agriculture are being effectively communicated and implemented on the ground.

The following are advantages of using disc plough over mouldboard plough in West Africa except

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Mouldboard plough makes deeper cuts than disc plough

Television, radio, posters, bulletin are ____ method of extension

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mass media

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Diffusion.

This is the removal of unwanted plants on the farm

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The correct answer is: Weeding. "Weeding" refers to the process of removing unwanted plants from a farm or garden to help the desired plants grow better. "Thinning" usually refers to the removal of excess plants to allow the remaining plants to grow stronger and healthier. "Mulching" refers to the practice of covering the soil with a layer of material (such as leaves, straw, or bark) to retain moisture, suppress weed growth, and improve soil quality. "Supplying" does not relate to the removal of unwanted plants on a farm. It could refer to the act of providing necessary resources, such as water or nutrients, to the desired plants.

Which of the following is not a component of an incubator ?

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Temperature

The A-Horizon of soil profile is also called the

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The A-Horizon of soil profile is also called the "top soil."

______ introduce new ideas of farming seen in other places to their dwelling.

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Essentially Innovators.  Early adopters too have a minor role to play in this case.

Which of these operations comes first in cultural practice?

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Stumping operation involves the use of farm tools like the cutlass, spade, mattock, ax, bull-dozer, etc, to manually or mechanically remove or uproot the base of trees and shrubs. This is done to compose cultivation easier and free from obstruction.

Which of the following is not a pre-planting operations?

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Thinning.

One of the followings is not an objective of agricultural extension

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To abandon the development of rural area.

The removal of excess seedlings from a seedbed after the viable seeds have germinated is

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The process of removing excess seedlings from a seedbed after the viable seeds have germinated is called "thinning".

Which of these is not an example of tractor coupled implement?

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Incubator.

Which of the following type of rations will supplies the animal with just the quantity of nutrients that are enough to enable the animal carry on with vital body activities without losing or gaining another substance

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The type of ration that supplies the animal with just the quantity of nutrients that are enough to enable the animal to carry on with vital body activities without losing or gaining another substance is called the "maintenance ration." A production ration is designed to provide nutrients for specific animal production goals, such as milk production or weight gain. A balanced ration is formulated to provide all the necessary nutrients in appropriate amounts to meet the animal's needs. A measured ration is a ration in which feed ingredients are weighed or measured out in specific amounts to meet the animal's nutrient requirements.

_______ is a secondary tillage implement

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Harrow

Bulldozer is used for the following purpose except

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Planting of trees.

__________ is a pictorial presentation meant to educate or inform the literate audience

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Poster.

Bulldozers are powerful tractors and expensive machines with a

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broad steel blade

The vertical section of the soil showing series of horizontal layers of different types of soil is called

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The vertical section of the soil showing a series of horizontal layers of different types of soil is called a "Soil profile".

The following are solutions to poor transportation network experienced by farmers except

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Presence of bad roads

The following problems are encountered by an agricultural extension agent except

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High level of literacy among farmers

Which of the following methods of storage is used for grains

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The method of storage that is commonly used for grains is "silos".

The principles of agricultural extension includes the following except

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"Reduce the confidence of your audience" is not a principle of agricultural extension.

The B-Horizon of soil profile is also called the

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The B-horizon of soil profile is also called the sub-soil.

There are________ Steps or stages of Diffusion process

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Five

Which of the followings is not an advantage of Introduction

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"It may not perform maximally" is not an advantage of introduction.

Some seeds are raised in the nursery because

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Seeds are raised in the nursery for several reasons, including: - To protect them from harsh environmental conditions, such as extreme temperatures or heavy rain, which could damage or kill the seeds. - To provide them with a controlled environment with optimal growing conditions, such as the right amount of water, nutrients, and light. - To monitor and manage pests and diseases that could harm the seeds. - To allow for easier transplanting and handling of the seedlings once they are ready to be moved to their final growing location.

Preservation of fish prevents the following except

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Preservation of fish prevents the following except processing. Preservation methods such as refrigeration, freezing, smoking, canning, and drying are used to prevent spoilage, destruction, and injury of fish. These methods help to maintain the quality and freshness of the fish for a longer period of time. However, processing, such as filleting, skinning, and deboning, is a separate step that is often performed after preservation to prepare the fish for consumption.

__________ is a special place prepared for raising seedlings which are later taken to the field for

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Nursery is a special place prepared for raising seedlings which are later taken to the field for planting.

The following steps are necessary when establishing a fish pond except

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Moisture is not a necessary step when establishing a fish pond.