WAEC Agricultural Science 2025 Objective — Question 5

Question 5 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Agricultural Science 2025 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

The diagram below illustrates a brooding equipment in poultry production. A disadvantage of using the illustrated equipment for brooding is that

A. it is difficult to maintain
B. fumes emitted from it could suffocate chicksCorrect
C. it is expensive to install
D. technical know-how is required to operate it

Explanation

Using local lamps for brooding can be risky because they release smoke and toxic fumes. These emissions can suffocate or weaken young chicks, which are especially sensitive to air quality.

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