WAEC Agricultural Science 2011 Question 2

Question 2

Agricultural Development

Which of the following statements about agricultural development are true? It leads to
I. increased processing of produce.
II. increased food production.
III. high productivity.
IV. increased agricultural labour force.

  1. A.I, II and III only
  2. B.I, II and IV only
  3. C.I, III and IV only
  4. D.II, III and IV only
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (I, II and III only)

Explanation

Development brings more processing, food and productivity; mechanisation usually reduces the labour needed on farms.