WAEC Agricultural Science 2013 Question 24

Question 24

Land Preparation and Cultural Practices

Pruning is carried out to
I. control the size of the plants
II. obtain clean and attractive fruits
III. ensure correct spacing of trees

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

Answer: A (I and II only.)

Explanation

Cutting off branches controls plant size and lets light in for better fruits; it does not change tree spacing.