WAEC Animal Husbandry 2024 Question 36

Question 36

Livestock Management Practices

The diagram below illustrates a method of identification on a cow.
A disadvantage of applying the method illustrated is that,

Diagram for this question
  1. A.The tags may be lost.
  2. B.It is not visible over long distance.
  3. C.It is not durable.
  4. D.It may cause irritation to the animal.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (The tags may be lost.)

Explanation

Ear tags can be torn out and lost when animals rub against fences or bushes.