Beef MCQ's Q&A's Q & A.docx

Beef MCQ's What is the primary reason for the faster growth rates of bulls compared to steers? A. Bulls have more efficient feeding habits. B. Steers produce testosterone which accelerates muscle growth. C. Bulls have an innate genetic advantage. D. Steers do not produce testosterone, which inh...

Beef MCQ's What is the primary reason for the faster growth rates of bulls compared to steers? A. Bulls have more efficient feeding habits. B. Steers produce testosterone which accelerates muscle growth. C. Bulls have an innate genetic advantage. D. Steers do not produce testosterone, which inhibits their growth. ANSWER: D What does the grading system in carcass quality primarily assess? A. The animal\'s age and breed. B. Length of carcass and shape of hind quarters. C. Fat content and animal\'s feeding history. D. Overall health status of the animal pre-slaughter. ANSWER: B Which target weight at slaughter is assigned to a heifer? A. 750kg B. 550kg C. 450kg D. 600kg ANSWER: C Which letter corresponds to the best quality in the EUROP grading system? A. E B. P C. U D. R ANSWER: A Why do bulls generally tend to be more violent compared to steers and heifers? A. They are bigger and more muscular. B. Bulls are trained for fighting sports. C. Higher levels of testosterone influence aggressive behavior. D. They consume a richer diet which increases aggression. ANSWER: C What factors are considered when grading carcass quality using the EUROP system? A. Weight and breed of the animal. B. Percentage of fat and meat content. C. Color and texture of the meat. D. The animal\'s genetic lineage. ANSWER: B Which feature is typical of beef breeds compared to dairy breeds? A. Thin back B. Long and narrow head C. Narrow shoulders D. Short and wide head ANSWER: D What is meant by \'conformation\' in beef production? A. The shape of the animal and muscle distribution B. The type of feed given C. The age at which cattle are slaughtered D. The breed classification system ANSWER: A At what ages are beef cattle typically slaughtered based on breed and gender? A. 6-12 months B. 30-36 months C. 12-30 months D. 36-48 months ANSWER: C Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of beef breeds? A. Level and well fleshed back B. Long, wide, and deep legs C. Thin back D. Wide and meaty hindquarters ANSWER: C In terms of beef production, what distinguishes continental beef breeds from British beef breeds? A. Continental breeds have wider shoulders B. British breeds have higher muscle distribution C. British breeds mature faster than continental breeds D. Continental breeds are typically larger in size ANSWER: D What is the minimum floor space required for weanlings? A. 2.0 m\^2\^ B. 1.4 m\^2\^ C. 1.6 m\^2\^ D. 1.0 m\^2\^ ANSWER: B What is the average weight range for spring born suckler calves at birth? A. 40-50 kg B. 30-40 kg C. 60-70 kg D. 50-60 kg ANSWER: A In terms of daily live weight gain (LWG), how does the autumn born suckler calf compare to the spring born suckler calf? A. Both gain equally at 1-1.5 kg/day. B. Autumn born gains more at 1-1.2 kg/day. C. Both gain equally at 0.8-1 kg/day. D. Autumn born gains less at 0.5-0.8 kg/day. ANSWER: B What is the feeding space requirement for fattening cattle? A. 0.6 m B. 0.3 m C. 0.5 m D. 0.4 m ANSWER: D Which of the following represents one of the advantages of using a stock bull in breeding? A. Higher pregnancy rates in a shorter time B. Ability to select specific genetic traits C. Elimination of biosecurity risks D. Cost-effectiveness compared to artificial insemination ANSWER: D Which of the following could be a disadvantage of using artificial insemination (AI) in breeding? A. Reduced genetic diversity B. Reliance on skilled technicians C. Fewer biosecurity concerns D. Higher flexibility in breeding schedules ANSWER: B What does hybrid vigour typically refer to in breeding? A. The increase in genetic defects in offspring B. The enhanced growth rates in purebred livestock C. The superiority of offspring from heterozygous parents D. The decreasing fertility rates of the parent stock ANSWER: C What is the recommended initial feeding of whole milk for a 45 kg calf per day? A. 4.5 litres per day B. 6 litres per day C. 5 litres per day D. 2 litres per day ANSWER: A In a successful calf to beef system, which factor is essential for quality production? A. Consistent exposure to outdoor environments B. Feeding a grain-based diet from birth C. Careful handling and gradual weaning D. Minimizing veterinary checks ANSWER: C What should be the proportion of milk feeding for calves throughout the day? A. All at once in the evening B. Half in the morning and half in the evening C. All at once in the morning D. Evenly spread across three meals ANSWER: B What is critical to introduce gradually to a purchased calf after its arrival to the farm? A. New diet of milk B. Fresh water only C. New pasture grasses D. Grain supplements ANSWER: A What should be the focus during the weaning of calves from milk? A. Encouraging immediate pasture grazing B. Strictly limiting water intake C. Increasing protein intake dramatically D. Gradual introduction to solid food ANSWER: D