Post Utme Abu 2019 Economics Question 16

Practice objective / multiple choice question 16 from the 2019 Post Utme Abu Economics examination.

Post Utme Abu 2019 Economics Objective / Multiple Choice
Question 16 POST_UTME_ABU • 2019 • ECONOMICS • objective

The government of Nigeria has introduced a new policy to increase agricultural production. The policy involves providing subsidies to farmers who use modern farming techniques. However, the policy also requires farmers to use genetically modified seeds. Some farmers are concerned that the genetically modified seeds may have unint\ended consequences on the environment. What is the likely impact of this policy on the environment?

Answer Options

Correct Answer A. The policy will lead to an increase in crop yields, but may also lead to the development of pesticide-resis\tant pests.
B. The policy will have no impact on the environment, as the genetically modified seeds are designed to be safe.
C. The policy will lead to a decrease in crop yields, as the genetically modified seeds may not be suitable for the local climate.
D. The policy will lead to an increase in soil pollution, as the genetically modified seeds may contain toxic chemicals.
Correct Answer
A
Correct Option:
The policy will lead to an increase in crop yields, but may also lead to the development of pesticide-resis\tant pests.

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This is Post Utme Abu 2019 Economics Question 16. It is one of the objective questions from the 2019 Post Utme Abu Economics examination.

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