Question

In the poultry industry, a female chicken is called Hen after________weeks when it is ready to lay eggs?

A 10-12 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B 6-10 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C 16-21 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D 12-23 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Commercial hens usually begin laying eggs at 16–21 weeks of age, although production gradually declines soon after from approximately 25 weeks of age.

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