Swine EPD Terminology and Interpretation Quiz
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Which term best describes the numeric value that represents the difference in production a pork producer could expect from future offspring of a sire and dam?

  • Back Fat
  • Expected Progeny Difference (correct)
  • Number Born Alive
  • 21-day Litter Weight
  • What type of EPD is more desirable for traits like number born alive, 21-day litter weight, and pounds of lean?

  • Back Fat
  • Positive EPD (correct)
  • Negative EPD
  • Expected Progeny Difference
  • What type of EPD is more desirable for back fat and days to 250 pounds?

  • Positive EPD
  • Expected Progeny Difference
  • Number Born Alive
  • Negative EPD (correct)
  • What does NBA stand for in swine EPD terminology?

    <p>Number Born Alive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'parity' refer to in swine EPD terminology?

    <p>The number of litters a sow has produced</p> Signup and view all the answers

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