Question

3 which invention helped farmers put seeds in rows at uniform depths without wasting the seeds?

• general purpose tractor
• jethro tulls seed drill
• combined harvester thresher
• reaper

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• A general - purpose tractor is a versatile machine for various farm tasks but not specifically for sowing seeds in rows at uniform depths without seed wastage.
• Jethro Tull's seed drill was invented to sow seeds in rows at a uniform depth, which also helped in reducing seed wastage as compared to traditional broadcasting methods.
• A combined harvester - thresher is used for harvesting and threshing crops, not for sowing seeds.
• A reaper is used for cutting crops, not for sowing.

Answer:

B. Jethro Tull's seed drill