CAPE Agricultural Science Unit 2 · 2015 · Paper 2 · Question 2(a)(i)
Explain what is meant by the term 'feed conversion ratio' (FCR).
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- 2(a)(ii)A farmer introduces a feed additive during the final two weeks of broiler production and observes an improved FCR at slaughter. Suggest THREE ways the feed…[3 marks]
- 2(a)(iii)Calculate the FCR for this batch of broilers, showing all working.[3 marks]
- 2(b)(i)Explain how internal parasites can affect FCR, giving an example of an internal parasite.[3 marks]
- 2(b)(ii)List FOUR clinical signs of internal parasites in farm animals.[4 marks]
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