WAEC Agricultural Science 2001 Question 31

Question 31

Land Preparation and Cultural Practices

If the recommended seed rate of maize is 20 kg per hectare, calculate the amount of seeds required for 1.8 hectares of farmland.

  1. A.11.0 kg
  2. B.16.0 kg
  3. C.26.0 kg
  4. D.36.0 kg
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Answer: D (36.0 kg)

Explanation

20 × 1.8 = 36 kg.