Which of the following defines aquaculture? 1. raising fish 2. breeding shellfish 3. refers to harvesting fish, shellfish, and aquatic plants 4. refers to the process by which fish, shellfish, and certain other aquatic organisms release eggs and sperm into the water.

• 1 and 2 only

• 1, 2, and 3

• 2, 3, and 4

• 1, 3, and 4

What factors caused the scarcity of fish in the natural bodies of water? 1. Increase in human population 2. Illegal fishing practices 3. Continuous pollution of water bodies 4. Proper fish pond management

• 1 and 3 only

• 1, 2, and 3

• 1, 3, and 4

• 2, 3, and 4

Why did people start culturing fish instead of relying only on the sea? 1. Because the sea could no longer provide enough fish due to population growth. 2. Because people wanted to try new food 3. Because the sea could no longer provide enough fish due to overfishing. 4. Because fish became too expensive.

• 1 and 3 only

• 1, 2, and 3

• 1, 3, and 4

• 2, 3, and 4

Which of the following is a possible career in the fisheries industry? 1. Fish Farm Owner 2. Aqua Culturist 3. Fish Farm Distributor 4. Fishery Technician

• 1 and 3 only

• 2 and 3

• 2, 3, and 4

• 2 and 4

Which statements correctly describe the responsibility of a Fish farm aide? 1. task related to the operation of the fish farm 2. water quality monitoring 3. maintenance of fish stock 4. Cleaning and harvesting

• 1 and 3 only

• 2 and 3

• 2, 4

• 1, 2, and 4

Which of the following are business opportunities in aquaculture? 1. Fish breeding and hatchery operations 2. Fish Distributor 3. Aquaculture equipment and feed supply 4. Software development for social media

• 1 and 3 only

• 1, 2, and 3

• 2 and 4

• 1, 2, and 4

Which of the following are the phases of fish culture? 1. Fish cultivation 2. Fish Horticulture 3. Fish Propagation 4. Fish Conservation

• 1 and 3 only

• 1, 2, and 3

• 2 and 4

• 1, 3, and 4

Which of the following classifications of fish cultivation are correctly matched with their descriptions? 1. Semi-Intensive Cultivation – employ some or the majority of the modern techniques of production 2. Extensive Cultivation – utilize wide area with minimal capital and very low production 3. Intensive Cultivation – utilize a limited area with very high investment 4. Semi Cultivation – employ some or the majority of the modern techniques of production

• 1 and 3 only

• 1, 2, and 3

• 2 and 4

• 1, 3, and 4

Fish conservation plays a vital role in maintaining aquatic ecosystems. Which of the following statements best explain why fish conservation is important? 1. It helps maintain biodiversity and balance in aquatic ecosystems. 2. It ensures a continuous supply of fish for food and livelihood. 3. It prevents the extinction of endangered fish species. 4. It reduces the need for aquaculture development and fish farming.

• 1 and 3 only

• 1, 2, and 3

• 2, 3, and 4

• 1, 2, and 4

Several fish species in the Philippines are classified as endangered due to overfishing, habitat loss, and pollution. Which of the following are examples of endangered fish species found in the Philippines? A. sardinella tawilis B. milkfish C. gold fish D. sea urchin

• A

• B

• C

• D