(a) Explain the term ration as used in animal production.

(b) Explain how each of the following factors influence feed formulation for farm animals: (i) physiological status of animal;

(ii) age of animal; (iii) purpose of production; (iv) availability of feed ingredients.

(c) Describe the process of preparing palm kernel cake.

(d) Give two differences between broiler starter mash and broiler finisher mash.