ALAT MOCK EXAM LATEST 2023-2024 REAL
EXAM 200 QUESTIONS AND CORRECT
ANSWERS(VERIFIED ANSWERS)|ALREADY
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What describes a harem mating system? – ANSWER- One male is housed with two
or more females and the group is kept together after mating
For which animals is fiber considered a “true nutrient”? – ANSWER- Ruminants
What is the most common plastic used for rodent caging? – ANSWERPolysulfone
What is the optimum pH for water in a fish tank? – ANSWER- 6-8
Normal body temperature for a dog, 102.5 degrees F, is what temperature Celsius?
- ANSWER- 39.2
The anti-inflammatory drugs cortisone, prednisone, and dexamethasone are
examples of: – ANSWER- Steriods
The recommended temperature range for rabbits in degrees Celsius is __? –
ANSWER- 16-22
What does the term precocial mean? – ANSWER- Born fully furred with eyes open
What is a breed of domestic swine? – ANSWER- Duroc
What are infectious agents that are smaller than bacteria and not made up of a
whole cell called? – ANSWER- Viruses
What is the scientific name for the ferret? – ANSWER- Mustela putorius furo
The most acceptable euthanasia for mouse pup is the following? – ANSWERDecapitation with IACUC approval
Institutions require health exams usually: – ANSWER- Before an offer of
employment and annually thereafter
What husbandry task must be performed for a rabbit on a regular basis? –
ANSWER- Nail clipping
What is the term described in the 3R’s for designing a study so that stress or paint
to an animal is minimized? – ANSWER- Refinement
What is the general term for microorganisms that cause disease? – ANSWERPathogens
Mucous plugs may remain in a female rodent’s vagina for up to how long after
mating? – ANSWER- 24 hours
Which is an inbred strain of rats? – ANSWER- Lewis
What is a breeding season sex indicator in a bird? – ANSWER- A featherless brood
patch
What does ectothermic mean? – ANSWER- Cold blooded
What class of medications is used to render an animal unconscious to eliminate the
sensation of feeling and pain? – ANSWER- General anesthetics
Why are gerbil cages NOT changed as often as mouse cages? – ANSWERBecause they excrete little urine and dry feces
A 100g adult rat will generally consume _ g of food and about _ ml of water –
ANSWER- 5, 10
How often should sheep and goats have their hooves trimmed? – ANSWER- Every
three months
What is true about hamster sleep/wake behavior? – ANSWER- Hamsters sleep very
soundly during the day and do not awaken easily
What best describes the experimental design of a study? – ANSWER- A plan that
describes the methods used to answer the research question of hypothesis
A NHP in pain or distress will NOT display this sign – ANSWER- Grooming a
cage mate
What nondurable plastic is commonly used to make single use caging such as
shipping containers or caging for studies involving radioactive materials? –
ANSWER- Polystyrene
What is the weight range of an adult female guinea pig? – ANSWER- 700-850
Foamers aerate which two ingredients into a sanitizing foam? – ANSWER- Water
and disinfectant
One kilogram equals how many grams? – ANSWER- 1000 grams
What is unusual about gerbil mating? – ANSWER- They may only mate with the
same animal throughout life.
What is a health problem occurring in cats that should be checked when cleaning
the litter pan? – ANSWER- Hematuria
Puberty for pigs is: – ANSWER- Males 5-8 months and Females 6-8 months
Which item is a necessary component of all bird diets? – ANSWER- Grit
Where should the contact list be posted? – ANSWER- In common areas that have
heavy traffic
Who administers the Animal Welfare Regulations? – ANSWER- Animal and Plant
Health Inspection Service of the United States Department of Agriculture
If an animal is exposed to a pathogen while in transit to a research facility,
typically, how long is it before the animal will test positive for the pathogen? –
ANSWER- 2 to 3 weeks
What is the involuntary bristling of fur or feather called? – ANSWER- Piloerection
Cattle have a wide field of vision, but still have a blind spot: – ANSWER- Directly
behind them
The scientific name for the axolotl – ANSWER- Ambystoma mexicanum