AG Science

is a means to artificially improve or modify existing plants and animals. It uses scientific processes to make changes to the genetic material

plant biotechnology, deoxyribonucleic acid

Maria is interested in community development programs. She is very concerned with the increasing industrialization in her community as it is leading to high levels of air pollution. Which of these can Maria promote in her community to reduce pollution and global warming?

plant more trees

Under which agricultural career pathway does horticulture fall?

plant systems

Which tool is used to "till" the land for cultivation?

plow

Which behavior would most offices consider unethical?

posting negative comments

Which agricultural career pathway makes use of engineering and technology to design and develop agricultural structures, machinery, and equipment?

power, structural, and technical systems

Nick's diet consists mainly of fish. Which of the following is the major food nutrient in his diet?

protein

Which statement indicates the impact of globalization on the African farming community?

provide these farmers modern irrigation facilities, fertilizers, and hybrid seeds

Which outcome results from international trade in agriculture?

providing people with access to exotic foods

Some male coworkers of Suzanne are bullying her because she is a woman. Which type of work hazard is this?

psychological hazard

During which period of growth does sexual maturity occur?

puberty, decreases

Jane works in the sales department of a service company. She has impressive interpersonal skills and always turns up for work on time. Though she gets along well with her coworkers, she has a habit of constantly interrupting them during a conversation. Which core business etiquette is missing in Jane?

punctual, courteous

Which gesture is likely to convey that you are bored?

slouching in your chair

Being friendly and communicating enthusiastically with coworkers is an example of

sociability

What do human activities such as overgrazing lead to?

soil erosion, afforestation

A farmer wants to grow green manure crops on his field. For this, he specifically wants to know the percentage of sand, silt, and clay in the soil. Which soil test should he conduct?

soil texture tests

sun

solar power plant

What does correct enunciation mean?

speaking clearly

Which practice represents the trait of effective communication?

speaking clearly

What can help Diane improve her presentation skills?

speaking clearly while making her presentation

Complete the statement with correct word.

staffing

In which function of management would you recruit the workforce according to the agribusiness' requirements?

staffing

Susan's job involves recruiting eligible people for a business. It's her responsibility to identify the task requirements and then recruit candidates to fill the vacancy. Which management function is Susan performing?

staffing

Jane wants to study the factors impacting the growth of plants in her backyard. She thinks that the soil in her backyard is contaminated and that the plants are not growing properly as a result. Which type of soil study should Jane undertake to confirm the contamination of soil?

study of soil chemistry

If Gary always requests his superior's advice when solving a problem or making a decision, which type of decision maker is he?

submissive

seeks the advice of superiors when making a decision

submissive

Which of the following crops permits sugar production on an industrial scale?

sugarcane

Adding what to such type of soil can reduce its impact on plant growth.

sulfur

Which plant or plant part is a source of edible oils?

sunflower

A company employs several high school students in its food-packaging factory. All the students are below 17 years of age. Which act prohibits the employment of such persons?

Fair Labor Standards Act

An American farmer is using the process of remote monitoring of agricultural field conditions and machine details to analyze his vats area of farmland. What is this technological process known as?

NOT remote sensing gis

Which description accurately depicts nonverbal communication?

communication using gestures

Which description accurately explains verbal communication?

communication using words

good listener and good speaker

communicator

Which technology will a business use to identify unauthorized access to intranet sites or files by its employees?

computer forensics

What are feeds with low fiber content and a high nutrient content?

concentrates

Which type of conceptual block can result from loud music playing in the background?

environmental block

Which personality trait makes you loyal towards your employer, and truthful in your job?

honesty and integrity

reduce depression

physical exercises

Roberto has been using a lot of pesticides on his crops. This has contaminated the soil, affecting the quality of the crops. He has recently read about that uses plants to help remove harmful chemicals.

phytoremediation

Which decision maker is the most desirable to have in the workplace?

planner

gathers information about the problem,evaluates alternatives, and makes the best choice

planner

Which positive work-related skills does Davis lack?

honesty, initiative

Approximately what portion of global employers tends to use social media websites to hire new employees?

40 percent

What term refers to a formal on-the-job training program in which a worker shadows someone more experienced in the field?

Apprenticeship

What is the best method for modern businesses to authorize the use of workplace resources to its employees?

Assign them a user authentication and password.

What is the best way to improve one's speed in reading documents related to your profession?

Become familiar with the technical words used in your profession.

Which type of injection did Steve use?

liquids, subcutaneous

Soil properties

lisa has land covered with silt soil

What is the meaning of the principle of comparative advantage?

Countries can benefit by concentrating on producing goods or products that they are most suited to making.

involves delegating tasks, ordering, guiding and motivating, executing, and supervising activities in the organization.

Directing

David is giving an interview. His potential employer (interviewer) has answered David's queries. The interview is about to end. What is the next step that David should take?

End by telling the interviewer that David is hoping to hear from the company soon.

What is Kelvin's job title?

GIS specialist

Which technology uses multiple approaches to effectively eliminate or control pathogens in food?

Hurdle technology

Which two statements are true about vertical farms?

II and IV

Which website allows individuals to search for suitable job profiles and employers?

Indeed

are tools or applications that aid in the transfer of information. Tools such as are the example of such tools or applications.

Information and communication technologies (ICT), smartphones

How does knowledge of one's learning style help?

NOT It is an indication of one's capacity to learn new skills.

Which sentence in the passage refers to the "analysis" of a given problem?

Jeremey has also divided the problem into smaller parts, such as production costs, overheads, downtime expense, repair expenditure

Which customer is an internal customer of Eureka Computer Solutions?

NOT Nowzer, a sales distributor for Eureka Computer Solutions

Which computer application is an example of a DBMS?

Microsoft Access

Bees in your beehive have been acting strangely for over a week. Who should you consult for advice?

NOT an animal caretaker

Which law requires employers to provide safe working environments for their employees?

Occupational Safety and Health Act

How do plants prepare food?

Photosynthesis, carbon dioxide and water

What is the diligent search for an answer or a solution to a problem called?

Research

What is the purpose of the CC option in an email?

Send a copy of the message to one or more people.

What is the full form of the acronym VPN?

Virtual private network

Which plant tissue is responsible for conducting water from the root to the stem or leaves?

Xylem

Which is an example of a cultural block?

a gender bias

Which gesture is a person least likely to misunderstand?

a handshake

Which facial expression conveys a positive emotion in most cultures?

a smile

located at transportation hubs in rural areas

assembly markets

What is the meaning of delegation?

assigning the responsibility of completing a task to another

Which technology would a business utilize to let a customer try out different shoes from a computer or smartphone, without the customer actually stepping into a physical shoe store?

augmented reality

Which of Maria's behaviors are not appropriate for a leader?

avoids communicating with farmers and understanding their needs.

improve mental sharpness

brainteasers

release toxins and calm you

breathing exercises

Which action can help you to keep stress away?

communicating effectively

Which of these is a fiber-yielding crop?

cotton

Laurie wants to monitor the amount of fertilizer used on his crop. Which of these computer systems should she implement on her farm?

crop sensor

Which piece of equipment helps a farmer with tilling farmland?

cultivator

Having which trait will enable you to deal with people in a way that does not offend them?

diplomacy

What should Abby do when her butter manufacturing unit catches fire?

effective emergency response plan, evacuating employees to safer spot

Which type of food additive should Maria add to increase the consistency of the batter?

emulsifiers

Which approach is a positive way to deal with conflicts?

evaluating the situation from all perspectives

What allows good leaders to be flexible and welcome change without showing signs of resistance?

facilitators

How can you improve customer service?

feedback

At which step is a solution implemented in the decision-making process of solving a workplace problem?

fifth

What do animals receive from each parent?

gene, trait

What is the name of the female reproductive organ whorl in flowering plants?

gynoecium

Which agricultural operation involves the use of mechanical devices such as jet sprays?

handling and cleaning

Which safety equipment should you use to protect your head from bumps or falling objects?

hard hat

Which of these is a case of unethical use of technology and resources at the workplace?

hoarding office supplies so that you do not run out of them

water current

hydroelectric power plant

proactive and leads the team

initiator

As an employee, you can contribute to customer service by

keeping in touch

Which is the other term for creative thinking?

lateral thinking

Austin wants to use a particular scientific method to conduct his research. Before he starts with his experiments, he wants to check if there were any inconsistent results due to this method. What is the next step that Austin should carry out?

literature review

Which step in the scientific methods of research in agriculture helps you understand the gaps in current knowledge?

literature review

Which action can help you become an effective leader?

maintaining a positive attitude toward learning

relies on instincts when making a decision

mystic

The United States imports which of the these food crops?

natural dry rubber

Nick works in the forest department of the federal government. His job is to protect the forest areas from illegal human invasions. Nick is working in which pathway in agriculture?

natural resource systems

When faced with a difficult situation, Kate ensures that she has the final word, even if she forcefully has her way. Which kind of conflict resolution approach does Kate follow?

negative

In which agricultural practice do people move in search of fresh pastures?

nomadic herding

Which type of conceptual block arises from set ways of thinking?

perceptual

Which type of computer application is Apple Keynote?

presentation

Workplace bullying can cause

psychological hazards

Which technology do online stores usually use to present customized content?

real-time analytics

reduce stress

relaxation techniques

Which of the given instances depicts honesty?

reporting additional cash found in the cash register

What is the term for the leaf openings responsible for gaseous exchange?

stomata

What should James use to convert sunlight into electricity?

sustainable, pv panels

Which action defines cooperativeness?

taking instructions from others without complaining

Which institutes offer programs related to a trade or an occupation?

technical

Vegetation

there are no natural vegetation

Email applications can either be local email client programs or web-based applications. Which application is an example of a locally installed email client?

thunderbird

Mr. Brown uses a modern technological machine to till his lands and perform tasks that require high power. This machine has a GDP for navigation purposes and auto-steer systems that minimize Mr. Brown's work on his field. Which machine is Mr. Brown using?

tractor

Which machine provides high torque at low speeds?

tractors

Which practice helps a company retain customers?

treating customers with respect

What is the main purpose of active listening?

understanding the deeper meaning behind spoken words

Which institutes offer four-year bachelor's programs?

universities

Which part of the female reproductive system handles embryo growth?

uterus

the injection of an infective agent (either a disease causing organism or its secretions)to provide an animal with immunity to the disease

vaccination

Which vitamin is an antioxidant?

vitamin C

Which vitamin can the human body synthesize?

vitamin D

Which nutrient acts as a catalyst for metabolic reactions?

vitamins

markets where traders sell produce collected from smaller rural markets

wholesale markets

Which quality requires an employee to have an open mind and eagerness to improve performance?

willingness to learn

After many years of research Isabella presented her report in a scientific conference. Arrange the steps of her scientific work till she presented her report.

1. Isabella wanted 2.She read and reviewed 3.She constructed a hypothesis 4.She submitted her proposal 5.Control groups 6.She collected 7.She reached a conclusion 8.she presented

Which of these statements best describe a leader?

A leader is a person who inspires other team members to reach the organizational goals

What has caused serious problems in some agricultural regions of the United States?

NOT pesticides

How can organizations improve customer service?

Allocate resources judiciously.

Which of these signifies an ethical issue?

An employee using workplace resources for personal work.

intensity

Andrea experiences high rainfall

Who invented the first threshing machine?

Andrew Meikle

Which sentence in the passage shows good customer service?

Andrews keeps personal details of customers confidential

Recent soil test form Nick's farm showed that the soil has a pH value of 7.6, which means the soil is

alkaline

Which activity relates to scrutiny or examination of a given problem?

analysis

Which process refers to a rapid chemical combination of any substance with oxygen, which produces energy?

combustion

What converts chemical energy into rotational or linear motion?

combustion engine

Which mineral is a secondary nutrient for plants?

Calcium

Robert owns a fertilizer manufacturing firm. His employees are constantly exposed to the hazards of the poisonous chemicals used for manufacturing fertilizers. Robert makes sure that every employee of his firm follows a written document containing essential work practices, procedures, and policies for employee protection from chemical hazards. Which document is Robert referring to?

Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP)

What is the result of good customer service?

Customers are more likely to make repeat purchases of the same product or service.

Which sentence in the following paragraph correctly describes mobile technology?

Customized advertising can be integrated based on specific users' location

releases carbon dioxide

combustion of fossil fuels

Which activity is an example of a time-based goal?

Farah wants to obtain her college degree in four years.

Which tool is Mathew using to remove the excess vegetation on his farm?

GPS

Which sentence is an example of an I-statement?

I am unhappy to learn that you overlooked crucial details in the report. We just lost a potential client.

Following are the different health signs in an animal. Which of these are the signs of good health in an animal?

I and II

You have an apple tree that produces high-quality apples in large numbers. The tree is also resistant to a number of harmful conditions and pests. Which is the best way to grow more such trees in your orchard?

NOT layering greenhouse technology

You have a poultry farm and a poultry-processing unit. Which product can you make using the waste products from your processing unit?

NOT paintbrush

Your colleague's computer stops working, and no one from the IT department is available to fix it. You have basic knowledge of computer hardware. Which action should you take as an ethical employee?

Initiate help by offering to check the computer.

Which is the correct expansion of the term Internet?

Internetwork

Why is self-representation important in the corporate world?

It determines the kind of interaction you have with your coworkers.

How can limited resources benefit the problem-solving capability in an organization?

It encourages one to be resourceful.

How does having a flexible mind help you become a better employee?

It helps you learn new things that will better your performance.

How does exercising help you become more creative?

It reduces stress.

Which statement is true for a short-term goal?

It usually takes less than a year to achieve.

Why is gossiping at the workplace unprofessional?

It wastes a lot of productive time and spreads false rumors.

Arrange the different stages through which the apples produced by Jack will reach to the end user Milly.

Jack sowing apple seeds in his orchard. The tree bore apples Kelvin plucked the apples form the tree the apples were sent for packaging Thomas, a distributor purchased the apples The apples are sold to the wholesalers Gerard a retail store owner purchased the apples Milly purchased the apples from Gerard's store

Which goal is an example of a measurable goal?

Lee wants to make ten calls to clients by the end of the day.

high acidity

Liming

Lori is faced with a certain difficult task at work. She is trying to find a solution to her problem. Choose the activities that can help her become creative and resourceful.

Lori needs to ask others for guidance. She needs to avoid following trends or looking at previous accomplishments.

Which act or regulations protect the AFN industry from food emergencies?

NOT Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act

Which of these actions could constitute a breach of the Civil Rights Act?

NOT The human resources department rejected Fatima's application because she did not have the right qualifications.

Lola wants to own a small restaurant. In order to achieve this goal, which action should she perform first?

NOT Write down a realistic period to accomplish the goal.

Jonna portrays an unfriendly and an intimidating behavior. What does Jonnas behavior signify?

NOT aggressive

What is the technology and practice of growing and maintaining cells in a laboratory known as?

NOT cell

Anna is farmer who cultivates on a small area. She makes use of animal power and fertilizers to increase the yields. Which type of farming is Anna practicing?

NOT extensive subsistence farming

Who handles research and coordinates the manufacturing process of food in a food processing firm?

NOT food production supervisors

Lucas works in a laboratory that conducts research on the use of transgenic plants to make antibodies and hormones. What field is Lucas working in?

NOT genetic engineering

Deep-rooted plants, such as salt cedars and willows, are called ad phreatophytes and can extend their roots deep into the water table and consume large amounts of water through

NOT groundwater

Heavy industrialization is polluting a natural lake in a certain area. The lake is a habitat for various natural flora and fauna. The local government is looking for ways to improve the condition of the lake and make it a tourist attraction. They should seek the help of a(n)

NOT restoration specialist

There are many potential risks associated with the Internet. What do we call the distribution and access of illegal copies of digital books?

NOT software privacy

You should continuously work to enhance your skills and knowledge

NOT to ensure positive work ethics

Which product is the largest agricultural export of the United States?

NOT wheat

Which strategy is most likely to help a person gain confidence?

NOT working on building contacts

Which region of the stem bears fruits, flowers, and leaves?

Nodes

Who invented high-yielding varieties of wheat and who was one of the pioneers who worked on technologies to genetically modify crops?

Norman, Robert

Whose goal follows most of the features of a SMART goal?

Penelope is a health enthusiast and wants to start her own nutritional consultancy in three years. After a lot of research and talking to people in this field, she has made a list of the things she needs to do to achieve her goal.

Which act promotes the fair trade of fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables?

Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act

is a farm management methodology that uses information and technology to manage variability in a field with the goal of generating optimum profits.

Precision farming

What is the difference between a retail market and a wholesale market?

Retail markets sell directly to consumers, whereas wholesale markets sell primarily to traders and retailers.

Reanna is a high school student. She has been feeling overwhelmed recently because there seems to be so many things to do. She decided to be better organized. She started by making a list of all the things she wants to achieve.

She wants to read Catcher in the Rye. She wants to learn to bake bread

Which view in a presentation program displays your slides in full-screen mode?

Slide Show

Which view in a presentation program displays thumbnails of all the slides?

Slide Sorter view

help to determine crops that are best suited for a given piece of land.

Soil scientists

How does sedentary tillage differ from shifting cultivation?

The farmer cultivates the same plot of land continuously rather than moving to a new plot after a few years.

Eden has observed that some of his sheep are losing weight. He wants to increase their weight in order to gain more profit from their meat. Which feed additive should he use?

antibiotics

Which one of these values can you usually expect from persons of integrity?

They take responsibility for their actions.

Which sentences in the paragraph signify that employees need to learn new things at the workplace?

To grow with the organization, an employee needs to improve skills. Acquire new skills to handle new technology and complex tasks.

Andrea is working at an off-site development center. She needs to access information from her organization. Which Internet service will help her to access information securely from her organization's network?

VPN

Steven wants to become a member of the labor union. Which law gives him the right to do so?

Wagner Act

Which unwanted plants in the field tend to compete with crops for resources?

Weeds

What is the full form of the acronym WWW?

World Wide Web

Joe just joined a new team at his marketing firm, which has been working on a campaign ad for the new Elmo doll. Everyone in the group has children except for Joe, and thus they are familiar with the doll. Joe has never seen an Elmo doll before. How should he deal with the situation?

ask someone to show or explain the doll to him

Which option best describes a trustworthy person?

a dependable person

If you were a manager, which type of office document would you use to tell the employees in your office that you will be out for two days and that your secretary will handle any questions?

a memorandum

Which gesture best conveys to a speaker that you are being attentive?

a smile

Who uses a variety of data and findings to suggest the right kind of crops to cultivate on a particular piece of farm land?

a soil scientist

You have bought a piece of land on which you wish to develop a farm. Who can you consult for advice on which type of crops will grow well on your land?

a soil scientist

You have a farm in the mountains. It is difficult for the power supply company to provide electricity at hilly areas. The area is very windy, and your farm does not get much sunshine. What can you set up for your power supply?

a wind-turbine power plant

Which statement best describes the trait of being tactful?

ability to deal with others, especially in difficult situations

What does the letter A stand for in SMART goal?

achievable

Which type of listening takes place when the listener tries to discern the deeper meaning of a speaker's words?

active

high alkalinity

adding gypsum

Which of these has led to the evolution of mobile marketing?

advancements in mobile technology

David keeps harping over any problem that he comes across at work. He goes over the details regarding the problem repeatedly. In the end, David is confused about the problem, and is therefore unable to find a solution for the problem. Which type of decision maker is David?

agonizer

Which type of decision maker over-analyzes a given piece of information?

agonizer

Which pathway in agriculture focuses on financing, production, and processing of agricultural commodities and resources?

agribusiness systems

Mary is interested in developing new machines that would increase the productivity of small scale farmers. After high school, which profession should Mary select that would suit her interests and goals?

agricultural engineering

Andrew, a highly mechanized farmer, has large acres of farmland. He wants to apply pesticides and fertilizers to all his crops spread across his large land. What should Andrew use to spray pesticides and fertilizers on his land?

airplanes

Which is an example of a strong password?

al$anJan#1

What is customer service?

assisting customers in the process of obtaining goods and services to fulfill their wants and needs

Which type of alternative energy can produce ethanol?

biomass energy

A fruit jam processing unit uses a food-processing method that deactivates the enzymes in the kiwis used to make jam while retaining the bright color of the fruit. Which food processing method does it use?

blanching

generates nitrous oxide

breakdown of synthetic fertilizers

John owns a large farm and employs almost 50 laborers on the property. With the increasing global warming situation he wants to provide protection for his farm workers from the UV rays. Which personal protective equipment should John provide to his laborers?

broad-brimmed soft hats

a formal way to communicate with peopleoutside your organization

business letter

a way to communicate financial information

business report

How do microorganisms affect soil formation?

by increasing the nutrient content of soil

How does a leader positively reinforce the efforts of the team?

by recognizing and rewarding team members' contributions

How can you prove to be an initiator?

by taking charge of tasks given to the entire team

Each component of a spreadsheet is identified in a specific way. Which spreadsheet component is identified using letters of the alphabet?

column

Burning biomass generates

carbon dioxide

Which feature is a component of a database application?

centralized data storage

Which word (s) best describe personality?

character

Modern Internet services help businesses provide timely customer service and resolve customer issues immediately. Which Internet service allows users to send and receive short text messages in real time?

chat

Which qualities show effectiveness at work?

chatting, focused

Kelvin's cow is showing signs of poor health. The cow is staying away from the herd and is not alert in its environment. The veterinarian believes that the cow is affected by some type of infection. He also states that the lack of white blood cells in the cow is making it less resistant to the infection. Which system of Kelvin's cow is not functioning properly?

circulatory system

For the last few years, an African village did not receive adequate rainfall. Due to this, the farmers in this village have suffered a huge loss of their crops and incurred heavy losses. What do you think can stimulate rainfall and help these farmers?

cloud seeding

What is the name of the process used to create artificial rain?

cloud seeding

What is one of the responsibilities of an environmental science and protection technician?

conducting tests to monitor pollution

has the courage to make decisions

confidence

enforces federal and state laws related to environmental and natural resources.

conservation officer

Ben leaves crop residues from previous harvests in his fields. This helps to reduce evaporation from the soil and helps to conserve soil moisture. Which natural resource conservation technique is Ben using?

conservation tillage

Which sustainable agricultural practice involves tilling and planting on ridges that are across or perpendicular to a slope?

contour farming

A farmer changed certain timings of his farming operations to control pest infestation in his field. Which pest control method did he use?

cultural pest control

What is shoulder browsing?

deceptively observing people type in personal information

produces gases such asmethane and ammonia

decomposing manure

Which activity best demonstrates the trait of responsibility?

demonstrating accountability for your actions

Which DSS principle determines solutions or alternate actions in precision farming?

design

Which workplace situation requires critical thinking?

designing an advertising campaign for the company's product

nutrient tests

determine the amount of plant nutrients

soil texture tests

determine the percentage of sand

organic matter tests

determine the quantity of organic matter

pH tests

determine whether soil is

What can act as a buffer against unemployment?

education

Which activity is part of verbal communication?

enunciating clearly

Amanda works in a manufacturing company. Recently, she learned that her male counterparts are paid higher wages than her. When Amanda protested about it, her employer told her that she earns a lower wage because of the gender difference. Which law or act can Amanda use to seek justice?

equal pay, work

Tiffany is known for avoiding problems that she faces at work. She takes leave from work or gets busy with other assignments in order to keep herself away from a given problem. Which type of decision maker is Tiffany?

evader

Which decision-making style is also referred to as the ostrich style?

evader

Which practice will help prevent data loss in case of a computer malfunction?

executing regular data backup

Since the deadlines are approaching Timmy is losing focus at work because of the amount of work he is given. He has been underperforming. What could be the reason of his underperformance?

experiencing workplace stress

In which type of trade does Steven engage?

exports, international trade

What kind of block can result from poor language skills?

expressive

Which of these people help generate revenue for an organization directly?

external customers

John constantly needs assistance from his colleagues at work. He feels helpless and lacks conviction in his ideas. Which type of decision maker is John?

fatalist

assumes that he or she lacks control over a given problem and alternatives

fatalist

With what kind of vocabulary should a person be familiar for reading the balance sheet of a restaurant easily?

finance-related words such as depreciation, capital expenditure, etc.

nutrient deficiency

foliar feeding

Which equipment or technology is used in the packaging of foods such as milk powder?

food lamination

A certain noodle brand was taken off supermarket shelves because it did not conform to standards set by US regulatory agencies. The internal team investigating the matter concluded that Luke Brown failed in his duty. What do you think was Luke's position in the company?

food production supervisor

involves aspects of food such as principles of food processing and strategies to improve food and nutritional value for public

food science

is its application for the selection, preservation, processing, packaging, and distribution of safe foods.

food technology

In which part of the I-statement do you find the consequences of the situation you are facing?

fourth

Lara sees her colleague taking a bribe from a customer. What should she do?

gather evidence and approach a trusted supervisor

At which stage of problem solving should you discuss the problem with colleagues?

gathering information

are machines that convert electrical energy into mechanical energy and is one such machine that runs on alternating current from power grids, inverters, and generators.

generators, AC motor

Carol is working on her family farms to produce better variety of crops, which give higher yields. Which process should Carol use to create a better variety of crops?

genetic engineering

A deep sea fisherman has lost his way after a storm. Which technology can he use to get back to his ship's course?

global positioning system (GPS)

What is a slow rise in the average global temperature is known as?

global warming

Elijah likes the roses in his cousin's garden. He decides to take the leaves from his cousin's plant and connect them to his plant, which will result in the growth of a new rose plant. What method of plant propagation did Elijah use?

grafting

Which crop is preferably harvested by hand?

grapes

David feeds his cattle with root vegetables such as turnips. Which type of feed includes root vegetables such as turnips?

green roughage

You want to cultivate some exotic plants at your farm. However, the climate is chillier than the temperature range favorable to the crop. Which is the best method to use for the cultivation of this exotic crop?

greenhouse

Kayla realized that the demand for organic strawberries is increasing in her town. She thinks of growing strawberries, as it is a very good cash crop. However, the climatic conditions in her locality are not that suitable for growing strawberries. Which advanced agricultural technology should Kayla implement to grow strawberries in her locality?

greenhouse technology

Which strategy makes use of your prior knowledge to help you read and understand quickly?

guessing from context

What is the art of getting your work done through people in a harmonious way?

having good interpersonal skills

Confidence can be defined as

having the courage to make decisions

Which is the first step to pursue the scientific method of research?

identify the problem

What should you do, if you overhear confidential information while passing by your boss's office?

ignore the conversation

Jack is a rancher and owns Holstein and Jersey breeds of cows. The Holstein breed yields more milk compared to the Jersey breed. Jack wants to increase the quantity of milk and therefore decides to breed the Holstein cows by breeding them with related members of the same breed. Which of the these breeding system is Jack using?

inbreeding

Which of these factors can add to global warming?

increasing use of fossil fuel

Which strategy is an example of a sustainable agricultural practice?

integrated pest management

is acting consistently according to one's values and principles.

integrity

Which principle of DSS takes into account temporal and spatial factors?

intelligence

Which customers help in the profitability and growth of an organization?

internal

Tim's cow is anemic. The cow is lacking which type of nutrient?

iron

Which food preservation technique is Paul using?

irridation, gamma

the practice of keeping sick animals or animals that are new to a herd separate fromthe rest of the herd

isolation

Jade is in high school. She wants to study further but she has financial constraints and needs to work. She is considering opting for an associate degree program. Which institute would offer her such programs?

junior college

Which option describes creative thinking most accurately?

lateral thinking

Which behavioral trait will you demonstrate while interacting with a customer?

maintaining a professional appearance

Joe needs a new cell phone. He made a list of the possible choices and documented the pros and cons for each phone. What should he do next?

make a choice

Francesca is making a list of her long-term goals. What advice will you give her?

make them time bound

After which problem-solving stage should you take action?

making a choice

Kate wants to be an agriculture scientist. What is the qualification for this profession?

master's degree or a PhD in agriculture science

Anna wants to keep birds off her field as they are spoiling her crops. Which pest control method should Anna use to keep birds off her field?

mechanical control

Which is an effect of global warming?

melting glaciers

an informal way to communicate with peopleoutside your office

memorandum

Rotting biomass emits

methane

What is an informal, handwritten message called?

note

an informal handwritten message

note

nuclear

nuclear power plant

Mathew, a farmer, cultivates monocultures of wheat. What negative effect will monoculture farming have on Mathew's land?

nutrients will not be recycled back into the soil

What is an entrepreneur?

one who starts his or her own business

Which quality is a necessary component of creativity?

open-mindedness

Edward uses green manure and compost in his field. He also rotates his beans crop with tomatoes or lettuce. He doesn't use any genetically modified seeds for his crops. Which type of agriculture is Edward practicing?

organic agriculture

Tia uses natural processes to manage crop production on her farmland. She avoids the use of fertilizers for producing crops. Which alternative agriculture strategy is Tia using?

organic farming

What is a collective combination of management, money, material, and machinery; and what includes arranging capital for new machinery, raw materials, and development activities?

organization, financial planning

high salinity

over-watering

Recently, due to rapid urbanization and mechanization residents of a city are suffering from harmful effects of the ultra violet rays. Depletion of which layer is likely to have led to this situation?

ozone

Ryan wants to grow corn as a secondary crop in his field. Corn is an acidic soil crop. Which test should Ryan conduct to test whether the soil is acidic?

pH tests

Which technique simplifies the marketing and distribution of products?

packaging, increases

the process of changing grazing fields to break the infective life cycle of a parasite

pasture rotation

The soil report for a particular field shows low nitrogen concentrations after a harvest of wheat. Which crop can you cultivate to control the situation?

pea plants

Which of these technologies helps to improve employee efficiency?

personal information management

What is the black coat color of Lily's dog?

phenotype, dominant

Which of the following can convert solar energy to electrical energy?

photovoltaic cells

Which part of a seed grows into a root and which plant part acts as a protective covering for a seed during seed dormancy?

radicle, seed coat

Richard plans to head the marketing department in a marketing company, which is one of the top ten American companies. Arrange the steps in the sequence that Richard has to follow in order to reach his goal.

research enroll graduate get a job network

Which approach is a negative way to deal with conflicts?

resorting to submission

well qualified to lead a team

resourceful

What is another term for accountability?

responsibility

Demonte is working with other people in his neighborhood on a community project focused on improving natural ecosystems in their town. He decided to consult a specialist for advice on how to go about it.

restoration

caters directly to consumers in urban areas

retail markets

Which plant part develops from the radicle of a germinating shoot?

roots

Arrange the steps in which farmers can use the electricity produce by micro hydropower systems.

run-of-the-river systems water is diverted a channel delivers water moving water turns turbine electricity id produced farmer stores electricity in batteries

organized on a periodic basis or on specific days

rural primary markets

hazards arise because workers may carelessly handle tools with blunt ends or sharp edges.

safety

What personal protective equipment (PPE) prescribed by the US safety regulations needs to have the ANSI Z87.1 mark?

safety glasses

the use of clean facilities and equipment when handling animals

sanitation

Which part of an I-statement involves a description of your needs or feelings?

second

What is the parent material of soil that forms from underlying bedrock?

sedentary deposits

Ronald is a farmer. He has been cultivating corn on the same piece of farmland for many years. After every four planting seasons, he leaves his land unplanted to help it recover its fertility. Which type of agriculture is Ronald practicing?

sedentary tillage

Which quality ensures that you are in a better position to represent yourself?

self-confidence

Sam is demonstrating

self-management

Tina enrolls in additional training for her personal development. Which quality is she demonstrating?

self-management

Tommy only thinks about his own gains and does not care about the team objectives. What quality is he demonstrating?

selfishness

Which scenario depicts an ethical workplace practice by a business owner?

sharing statutory personal information of its employees with law agencies

Lance is at a bus station. His friend is using the ATM machine to withdraw some money. Lance notices a stranger deceptively watching his friend type in the ATM pin. What should Lance's friend do?

shoulder browsing, change the ATM pin

Which reading strategy refers to reading only the key words and phrases?

skimming

Which strategy makes use of reading key words and phrases to help you understand the content quickly?

skimming

What are interpersonal skills?

the overall way of portraying yourself when communicating with others

Which standard does the land capability classification system use to group soils?

the soil's limitations in growing crops

Topography

there are very steep slopes

coal

thermal power plant

A leading fruit juice manufacturing company wants to launch a new flavor in the market. For this, the company wants information about the latest consumer trends and tastes. How will the management team acquire information about the latest consumer trends and tastes?

through market research

What is the purpose of the BCC option in an email?

to send a copy of the message to multiple recipients without revealing the entire list of recipients

Which institute would you attend if you wanted to enter a graduate program in math?

university

Which part of the passage hints at Helen's efforts of ensuring visibility on social media sites?

updates her online profiles regularly and participates in work-related online discussions

A group of environmental activists want to reduce the effects of global warming. What actions should they promote to achieve their goal?

use alternate energy sources

A leading food manufacturing company wants to increase its market share by targeting health conscious people. Its aims to do so by improving the nutritional value of the food manufactured and then promoting it based on its high nutrition value. Which food processing technique should the company use to increase the nutritional value of the food?

use fortified foods

harmful to human health

use of methyl bromide

Values

vary from person to person

What are riparian buffers?

vegetation planted at the edges of water channels

There are many modes of remote visual communication. Which is the most common mode?

videoconferencing

A business wants to centralize its administrative tasks. At the same time, it wants the existing systems to manage and sustain the growing amount of work in a capable manner. Which technology will help the business meet its goals?

virtualization

What does strategic planning achieve?

vision, mission

Clarence has an interview with the General Manager of a hotel for the position of a restaurant manager of its fine dining restaurant. What form of nonverbal communication can help him convey his interest for the job?

wearing formal clothes

Which Internet technology allows businesses to make presentations and share visual aids such as charts and graphs?

web conferencing

___ are unwanted crops in the field that compete with the crops for nutrients, water, and sunlight.

weeds

In which situation would you need to compromise to avoid stress and conflict?

when dealing with changes in the organization

Which application is a digital version of a manual typewriter?

word processor