Daily Dung Production by Adult Cattle
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Question (English)
The average daily amount of dung produced by an adult cattle is:
- 20-30 Kg ✓ Correct
- 30-40 Kg
- 40-50 Kg
- 10-20 Kg
Explanation:
Correct Answer: 20-30 Kg
The average daily amount of dung produced by an adult dairy cattle is 24 Kg (range: 18-30 Kg), so the correct range bracket is 20-30 Kg (Table 5).
Dung Production Comparison
- Buffalo: 32.50 Kg/day (25-40 Kg) — highest among livestock
- Dairy Cattle: 24 Kg/day (18-30 Kg)
- Horse: 13.50 Kg/day (9-18 Kg)
- Pig: 4 Kg/day (3-5 Kg)
- Sheep & Goat: 1.75 Kg/day (1-2.5 Kg)
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- 30-40 Kg: This range fits buffalo, not cattle.
- 40-50 Kg: Higher than any individual livestock species.
- 10-20 Kg: This range fits horse, not cattle.
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