WAEC Agricultural Science 2000 Question 21

Question 21

Farm Power

Which of the following is the correct trend in the historical development of power on the farm?

  1. A.Animal power → man power → mechanical power
  2. B.Man power → animal power → mechanical power
  3. C.Man power → mechanical power → animal power
  4. D.Animal power → mechanical power → man power.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Man power → animal power → mechanical power)

Explanation

Farmers first used their own strength, then animals, then machines.