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WAEC Animal Husbandry 2023 Question 4

Question 4

Animal Improvement and Breeding

A farmer who wishes to improve the growth rate of his broilers should practice I. inbreeding II. crossbreeding III. Introduction

  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: C (II and III only)

Explanation

Crossbreeding gives hybrid vigour and introduction brings in fast-growing strains; inbreeding lowers growth.