WAEC Agricultural Science 2024 Objective — Question 15

Question 15 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Agricultural Science 2024 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

15. In order to check erosion on a sloping land, farmers are advised to make A.

A. ridges across the slope.Correct
B. furrows across the contours.
C. ridges along the slope.
D. ditches along water channels.

Explanation

In order to check erosion on a sloping land, construction of ridges across the slope is advised. These ridges slow down water runoff and prevent soil from being washed away. (The diagram illustrates the root system of a crop -- use it to answer questions 16 to 18.)

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