WAEC Agricultural Science 2002 Question 50

Question 50

Animal Health

Which of the following symptoms indicate anthrax disease?

  1. A.Persistent coughing
  2. B.Sudden death without any visible sign of sickness
  3. C.Abortion in the seventh month of gestation
  4. D.Prolonged diarrhoea
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Sudden death without any visible sign of sickness)

Explanation

Anthrax often kills animals suddenly, before signs are seen.