Animal Science Quiz 37 (20 MCQs)

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1. Which is not one of the top three beef producing states in the US:

Correct Answer: D) Missouri.

2. Bio-security protocols should include:

Correct Answer: B) Preventing Farm Tours.

3. The most commonly used grain to provide carbohydrates for animal feeds in the United States is:

Correct Answer: B) Corn.

4. The major sources of fats and oils in animal feeds are:

Correct Answer: A) Grains and protein concentrates.

5. Who does the United States not fall behind in pork (swine/pig) production?

Correct Answer: C) South America.

6. Almost all the hogs produced in North Carolina are raised:

Correct Answer: C) In climate-controlled confinement houses.

7. What should an animal science student label the two large spongy organs that are part of a cow's respiratory system?

Correct Answer: C) Lungs.

8. A castrated male sheep is a.....

Correct Answer: B) Wether.

9. Animal ..... researchers dedicate their career to evaluating feed rations for livestock to improve performance and overall animal health.

Correct Answer: A) Nutrition.

10. The reticulum

Correct Answer: B) Works with the rumen to mix food.

11. Adapting animal behavior to fit the needs of people

Correct Answer: B) Domestication.

12. What is t he science of classifying organisms called?

Correct Answer: A) Taxonomy.

13. Which career is responsible for shoeing horses feet?

Correct Answer: A) Farrier.

14. The method of marketing livestock by public bidding with the animals selling to the highest bidder is:

Correct Answer: A) Auction markets.

15. The main organs in the digestive system are

Correct Answer: A) Esophagus, stomach, small intestine and large intestine.

16. What is pelvic capacity?

Correct Answer: D) The dimensions of a female's pelvic area that is an indication of its ability to give birth easily.

17. Which is not one of the top three broiler (meat chicken) producing states in the US:

Correct Answer: D) South Dakota.

18. A baby cow is called a.....

Correct Answer: B) Calf.

19. What is the usual number of offspring a cow has in one calving?

Correct Answer: B) 1.

20. Amelia wants to remove feather dust and dirt and help her cockatoo stop feather plucking. What is the best action she can take?

Correct Answer: C) Spray a mist of water over the bird to encourage preening.