Question

1 multiple choice 20 points which statement best describes the primary purpose of genetically modifying an organism (gmo) in agriculture? to alter an organisms dna to introduce specific traits like pest resistance or drought tolerance. to produce organisms that require more chemical fertilizers for better growth. to create organisms that grow faster regardless of environmental conditions. to eliminate the need for traditional farming practices such as crop rotation. 2 multiple choice 20 points which of the following is a common goal of using biotechnology in agriculture? reducing farmland area. increasing the size of farm equipment. increasing crop yield. removing all pests naturally.

Explanation:

1. Genetically modifying organisms in agriculture is mainly to introduce beneficial traits like pest - resistance or drought - tolerance by altering DNA. Other options are not the primary purposes.
2. A common goal of using biotechnology in agriculture is to increase crop yield. Reducing farmland area, increasing farm equipment size are not typical goals, and removing all pests naturally is not a common goal of biotechnology in agriculture.

Answer:

1. To alter an organism's DNA to introduce specific traits like pest resistance or drought tolerance.
2. Increasing crop yield.