WAEC Agricultural Science 2010 Question 22

Question 22

Farm Surveying and Planning

A farmstead should be located close to a source of water because of the following reasons except

  1. A.reduction of overhead cost.
  2. B.operation of efficient irrigation system.
  3. C.processing of farm produce.
  4. D.erosion of farm structures.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (erosion of farm structures.)

Explanation

Water near the farmstead cuts costs and helps irrigation and processing; erosion of buildings is a danger, not a reason.