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The structure and function of the ruminant and monogastric digestive systems can be described as:

• Ruminants have a multi-chambered stomach for fermenting plant material, while monogastrics have a single-chambered stomach for enzymatic digestion.

• Both ruminants and monogastrics have a single-chambered stomach for enzymatic digestion.

• Ruminants and monogastrics both rely primarily on hindgut fermentation.

• Monogastrics have a multi-chambered stomach, while ruminants have a single-chambered stomach.

The importance of colostrum in young livestock and the appropriate time it should be given is:

• Colostrum provides essential antibodies and should be given within the first few hours after birth.

• Colostrum is mainly a source of water and can be given at any age.

• Colostrum is only important for adult livestock and not for young animals.

• Colostrum should be given only after the first week of life.

Why is correct feeding and access to clean water important for livestock? Fill in the blank: It ensures ______ compliance (Animal Welfare Act 2006).

• welfare

• financial

• environmental

• nutritional

According to the care instructions for calves, colostrum should be given within the first __ hours (minimum 4L in 24 hours).

• 2

• 6

• 12

• 24

What type of feed is required to promote growth in growing/finishing cattle?

• High energy

• Low energy

• Only water

• Fruits

There is a risk of ______ if cattle are on high starch with low fibre.

• acidosis

• bloat

• ketosis

• hypocalcemia

Lactating Ewes: Deficiencies in selenium/cobalt can lead to ________ disease in lambs.

• white muscle

• foot rot

• blue tongue

• scrapie

At what age should piglets receive an iron injection?

• 3-5 days old

• 1-2 weeks old

• 10-12 days old

• 2 months old

Why is controlled fat important in the diet of Growers/Finishers (pigs)?

• For good carcass quality

• To increase water intake

• To reduce feed cost drastically

• To improve wool production

Extra calcium and phosphorus in a sow's diet are important for ________ and milk production.

• bone strength

• wool growth

• feather color

• egg shell thickness