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WAEC Agricultural Science 2025 Objective — Question 3

Question 3 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Agricultural Science 2025 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Agricultural research is important in crop production because it

  • A. promotes the use of local varieties of crops
  • B. develops crops that have short maturity periodCorrect
  • C. develops crops that are susceptible to local diseases
  • D. produces crops with reduced resistance to pests

Explanation

One of the key outcomes of agricultural research is the development of crop varieties that mature faster. This leads to quicker harvests and allows for more than one cropping season, boosting food availability.

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