Animal Science Test 1 - Review 1

Starting a new business or organization in response to a recognized need is called:

All of the following are examples of exotic animals except:

Feedlot manager is an example of which type of animal science employment?

The use of the science of genetics is the most important factor in the improvement of animals.

The average age of a farmer in the U.S. is approximately how many years old?

Selecting an occupation involves how many basic steps?

In the future, animal production will become more generalized.

Sheep were used by the early colonists mainly for their: 

Oral and written communication skills are especially important in which career area?

Felidae is an example of which animal classification?

United States citizens spend more money annually on cat and dog food than on baby food.

The last major classification level is the genus.

The majority of careers in agriculture is in the production sector.

Which of the following is a feature of mammals?

Most careers in animal science require a:

Wool fiber is warmer than most other fibers both synthetic and natural.

The first step in choosing an occupation is self-evaluation.

Biologically, humans are quite similar to some animals.

There is a growing shortage of veterinarians in the food animal area.

Animal science careers available to individuals with a high school diploma or GED are limited.