Ag Tech Standard 1

What percentage of the U.S. GDP does agriculture contribute when including related industries?

• 5%

• 1%

• 3%

• 10%

Which of the following is NOT a way agriculture impacts the global economy?

• Space exploration

• Food security

• Employment generation

• Trade and exports

A country relies heavily on agricultural exports. What would likely happen if international trade agreements restricted its ability to export crops?

• A decrease in national revenue and economic instability

• An increase in domestic food prices

• A reduction in farm employment with no economic impact

• An increase in industrialization due to farming losses

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How does agribusiness contribute to economic stability?

• Through food processing, distribution, and retail industries

• By increasing government debt

• By limiting agricultural exports

• By decreasing agricultural employment

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Which agricultural sector has the largest economic impact in the United States?

• Livestock production

• Organic farming

• Floriculture

• Small-scale farming

A group of homeowners near a farm complain about odors from livestock. How might the Florida Right to Farm Act impact this situation?

• It protects the farm from nuisance lawsuits if it complies with regulations

• It requires the farm to shut down immediately

• It limits the farm's ability to expand

• It enforces strict penalties on the farm owner

The Farm Bill primarily supports which of the following?

• Agriculture policy, research, conservation, and nutrition programs

• Military funding

• Infrastructure projects

• Space exploration initiatives

Which act establishes standards for meat processing to ensure food safety?

• Federal Meat Inspection Act

• The Farm Bill

• Food Safety and Modernization Act

• Humane Methods of Slaughter Act

The Food Safety and Modernization Act (FSMA) was enacted to

• Prevent foodborne illnesses through stricter regulations and oversight

• Improve farm machinery safety

• Support the export of U.S. crops

• Reduce pesticide use in agriculture

Which federal law ensures humane treatment of livestock before slaughter?

• Humane Methods of Slaughter Act

• Federal Meat Inspection Act

• Food Safety and Modernization Act

• Clean Water Act