Flashcard 5 Animal Science

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The number of workers in Agriscience in the United States is approximately?

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21 Million

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The percentage of total jobs in Agriscience that require a college education to enter the job is

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20 percent

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Of all agriscience jobs, the percentage that is not on farms or ranches is

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80 percent

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A producers share of each dollar spent for bread and cereals in the United States is about

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15.4 cents

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The number of careers available to those interested in agriculture number more than

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200

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There are five major categories of employment in agriculture related jobs: Farm Production & Agricultural Services, Input Suppliers, Processing & Marketing, Agriculture Wholesales & Retail Trade Establishments, & Indirect Agricultural Business.

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Farm Production & Agricultural Services, Input Suppliers, Processing & Marketing, Agriculture Wholesales & Retail Trade Establishments, & Indirect Agricultural Business.

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The Environmental Protection Agency requires that Material Safety Data Sheets be available for all chemicals in the workplace

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True

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Workers in this profession do essential research and development that improves the competitive position of the United States in world markets. Options: Marketing and Sales, Managers and Financial Specialists, Scientists & Engineers, Social Services, Education and Communication

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Scientists & Engineers

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Some of the best job opportunities in this category are in computer information systems, food distribution, and related services.

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Managers and Financial Specialists

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About 28% of the employment opportunities for college graduates in food & agricultural careers require good communication skills and thorough knowledge of computer technologies. What is the primary career field?

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Marketing and Sales