Preview Questions Horticulturist | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: What is the primary function of the plant hormone auxin in plant growth regulation?

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Reduces chlorophyll production

Inhibits seed germination

Promotes leaf abscission

Stimulates cell elongation and root formation

Question 2: When designing an irrigation system, which factor has the greatest influence on the choice of pipe material?

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Soil pH and temperature

Cost of materials and installation

Availability of labor for installation

Water pressure and flow rate

Question 3: Which of the following technologies can help optimize irrigation scheduling by monitoring real-time soil moisture levels?

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Automated climate stations

Soil moisture sensors

Plant tissue analysis tools

Water flow meters

Question 4: Which of the following is the most effective method to manage weeds in horticulture?

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Mulching and mechanical tillage

Rotating crops with different planting schedules

Applying selective herbicides

Both A and B

Question 5: What is a key consideration when designing an irrigation system for a sloped or hilly terrain?

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Use of high-pressure sprinklers for even water coverage

Use of subsurface irrigation systems for deep water penetration

Use of contour irrigation to reduce water runoff

Use of low-pressure drip irrigation to minimize water movement

Question 6: Which of the following is a primary disadvantage of using artificial lighting in a greenhouse?

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It lowers the CO2 concentration in the air

It increases operational costs due to electricity consumption

It can lead to excessive humidity buildup

It leads to increased pest infestation