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A polled bull (PP) is mated to horned cows (pp). What is the probability that the offspring will be polled?
1\.0
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36 out of 10,000 calves are born with a recessive genetic condition. What is the frequency of the recessive gene?
.06
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What is the definition of h2 relative to animal genetics?
it is the percent of differences between animals that is due to genetics
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A stallion named Big Joe has a conformation score of 140. The other stallions at the ranch averaged 100 points. Heritability is .40. How many points above average would you estimate Big Joe to be genetically?
16
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Which system of breeding results in the most heterosis?
three breed terminal cross
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Which fiber type is least digestible?
lignin
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What is the nitrogen concentration in protein?
16%
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If a 50 pound bag of dog food is 10% moisture, how many lbs. of dry matter does it contain?
45
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Which is not a component of TDN?
calcium
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True or False: Soybean meal is considered a protein supplement.
true
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Which species has no gallbladder?
Horse
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What hormone causes the regression of the C.L?
prostaglandin
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Where does fertilization occur in the cow’s repro tract?
oviduct
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Which species usually has the longest gestation period?
horse
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What breeding method is popular in swine?
AI
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Which dairy breed is the most numerous in the U.S ?
Holstein
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Which sense is most developed in birds?
eyes
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How many beats does a canter have?
three
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Which breed of sheep has the finest wool?
Merino
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From which species did our common domestic rabbit originate?
Wild European Rabbits
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T or F: Rabbit meat tends to be high in fat.
F
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T/F The term March Madness came from observations of the Cottontail’s mating habits.
F
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T/F China leads rabbit meat production.
T
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T/F Iowa leads the U.S in rabbit meat production.
F
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t/f The Florida White rabbit breed was developed for research.
T
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t/f Rabbits have a 20-22 day reproductive cycle.
F
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t/f When mating rabbits, the buck is taken to the does cage.
F
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Which is the best rabbit for meat production?
New Zealand White
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The term for baby bunnies is:
kits
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T/F Cats outnumber dogs as pets in the US.
T
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Cats were imported to the U.S in:
1600’s
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Have veterinary expenditures for pets increased or decreased over the years?