Allied & ICAR Exam Bank • ALLIED_1931MCQ • 2 Marks
Section 8: General Aptitude
Verbal Aptitude
Subtopic: Critical Reasoning
Question Statement:
Paradox: 'A dairy farm installed automated climate-controlled fans and misting systems in its barns. However, average milk production per cow dropped during the first month of operation.' Which fact best explains this outcome?
Options:
(A) The uncalibrated misting nozzles caused chronic humidity accumulation and wet bedding, inducing foot rot and psychological stress in the cattle.
(B) Fans consume electrical energy.
(C) Cows produce milk after calving.
(D) Misting systems use high-pressure water.
Answer Key:
A
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
High humidity causing foot rot and stress explains the temporary drop in milk yield.