Botany-Biocontrol Agents
NEET Botany Biocontrol Agents MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 12
If a biocontrol agent reduces the need for chemical pesticides by 60%, and a farm originally used 150 kg of pesticides per season, how much pesticide will the farm use after implementing the biocontrol agent?
A
60 kg
B
90 kg
C
150 kg
D
30 kg
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
The biocontrol agent reduces pesticide usage by 60%. A 60% reduction on 150 kg means the farm will use 40% of the original amount, which is 60 kg (40% of 150 kg is 60 kg).
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