WAEC Agricultural Science 2021 Question 29

Question 29

Land Preparation and Cultural Practices

The diagram below illustrates a farm operation.
Which of the following statements is not a reason for carrying out the illustrated farm operation? To

Diagram for this question
  1. A.expose the leaves to sunlight.
  2. B.prevent damage by rodents.
  3. C.improve the yield of the crop
  4. D.prevent lodging of the plants.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (prevent damage by rodents.)

Explanation

The drawing shows staking, which lifts plants to the light and stops them falling, but does not keep rodents away.