Question 28
Animal NutritionThe first step in formulating diet for a cattle is to
- A.choose the feed ingredient to be used in the ration.
- B.determine the nutrient requirement of the cattle.
- C.determine the chemical composition of the feed ingredients.
- D.calculate the amount of each feed to be used in the ration.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (determine the nutrient requirement of the cattle.)
Explanation
You must first know what nutrients the animal needs; only then can ingredients be chosen and amounts worked out.