Jamb Agricultural Science 2023 Past Questions and Answers

Question 16:

• JAMB 2023

What is the primary focus of agronomy in agriculture?

A. Management of soil and crops
B. Breeding and genetics of crops
C. Study of climate and weather patterns
D. Marketing and selling of agricultural products

Question 17:

• JAMB 2023

What happens to the price of a agricultural product when demand exceeds supply?

A. The price fluctuates randomly
B. The price decreases
C. The price remains unchanged
D. The price increases

Question 18:

• JAMB 2023

What does the term "recombinant DNA" refer to in biotechnology?

A. DNA synthesized in a laboratory
B. DNA replicated using polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
C. DNA extracted from ancient fossils
D. DNA modified to contain genes from different organisms

Question 19:

• JAMB 2023

What is the process of introducing foreign genetic material into an organism called?

A. Transcription
B. Transformation
C. Translocation
D. Translation

Question 20:

• JAMB 2023

What is the primary focus of animal husbandry in agriculture?

A. Veterinary care for domestic pets
B. Protection of wildlife habitats
C. Breeding and management of farm animals
D. Crop cultivation for livestock feed