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WAEC Agricultural Science 1997 Question 22

Question 22

Crop Husbandry

Cassava is cultivated in many ecological zones because of its

  1. A.industrial and domestic uses
  2. B.tolerance to low rainfall and soil fertility
  3. C.early maturity and weed suppression
  4. D.resistance to mosaic diseases and pest attacks
  5. E.low production costs.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (tolerance to low rainfall and soil fertility)

Explanation

Cassava grows on poor soils and survives dry spells.