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WAEC Agricultural Science 1998 Question 51

Question 51

Animal Health

Which of the following is most ideal when a cow dies due to anthrax disease?

  1. A.Bury or burn the carcass of the dead animal immediately
  2. B.Slaughter all other animals in the herd
  3. C.Cull the close relations of the dead animal
  4. D.Fumigate all pens
  5. E.Perform a post mortem examination on the dead animal.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Bury or burn the carcass of the dead animal immediately)

Explanation

Anthrax carcasses must be burnt or buried deep at once without opening them.