Question

1. the purpose of converting feed to a dry matter basis is to: a) reduce feed cost b) eliminate the effect of water when comparing feeds c) increase energy content d) measure the weight of minerals

Explanation:

When comparing feeds, water content can vary significantly among different feed sources. Converting feeds to a dry matter basis removes the variable of water content. This allows for a more accurate comparison of the actual nutrients (such as proteins, fats, carbohydrates etc.) present in the feed. Feed cost (A) is more related to market prices and feed formulation economics rather than dry - matter conversion. Converting to dry matter basis does not increase the energy content (C) of the feed; it just presents the energy content without the water factor. Measuring the weight of minerals (D) is not the main purpose of dry - matter conversion, as dry - matter conversion is a more general way to standardize feed comparison across different moisture levels.

Answer:

B. Eliminate the effect of water when comparing feeds