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WAEC Agricultural Science 2015 Question 19

Question 19

Soil Erosion and Conservation

Which of the following statements describe the impact of land degradation?
i. Increased availability of fuel wood.
ii. Reduction in livestock production.
iii. Decrease in agricultural productivity.
iv. Pollution of water bodies.

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

Answer: C (II,III and IV only.)

Explanation

Degraded land produces less crops and pasture and pollutes water; it does not increase fuel wood.