Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Agribusiness Practice Test

What does agriculture encompass?

1. The manufacturing of goods for trade

2. The science and marketing of products from animals and plants

3. The management of business finances

4. The development of technology for food distribution

The correct answer is: The science and marketing of products from animals and plants

Agriculture is fundamentally about the production and marketing of food and other products derived from plants and animals. This definition highlights the importance of both the scientific aspects, such as plant biology and animal husbandry, and the marketing strategies necessary to bring those products to consumers. The correct choice accurately reflects the broad scope of agriculture, which includes everything from crop production and livestock management to the processing and selling of agricultural products. This encompasses not only the cultivation of crops and rearing of animals but also understanding how these products fit into markets and consumer needs. While other options touch on related fields, they do not fully encapsulate what agriculture is. For instance, the manufacturing of goods for trade does not specifically relate to agricultural products, and the management of business finances or the development of technology for food distribution, while important in the agricultural sector, are subsets of broader business practices rather than the core focus of agriculture itself.