WAEC Agricultural Science 2004 Question 60

Question 60

Agricultural Extension

Why would an extension officer prefer the use of television to radio when introducing a new technology to farmers?

  1. A.the extension officer can get immediate feedback
  2. B.the farmer can observe the various steps involved
  3. C.radio programmes are not reliable and clear enough
  4. D.it is cheaper to use television than radio.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (the farmer can observe the various steps involved)

Explanation

Television shows the steps, so farmers can see how it is done.