Question

The crop coefficient (Kc) for major crops at harvest:
A. Maize
B. Sorghum
C. Soybean
D. Cotton
Match with the following Kc values:
I. 0.50 – 0.60
II. 0.55 – 0.60
III. 0.65 – 0.70
IV. 0.40 – 0.50
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III
• B. A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I
• C. A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
• D. A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II

Hint:

Kc values at harvest:
Maize: 0.55-0.60.
Sorghum: 0.50-0.60.
Soybean: 0.40-0.50.
Cotton: 0.65-0.70.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
Crop coefficient (Kc) is used in evapotranspiration estimation.
It varies with crop growth stages.

Step 2: Key Formula or Approach:
No specific formula.
Need to know the Kc values at harvest.

Step 3: Detailed Explanation:
Maize: Kc at harvest is 0.55-0.60 (A-II).
Sorghum: Kc at harvest is 0.50-0.60 (B-I).
Soybean: Kc at harvest is 0.40-0.50 (C-IV).
Cotton: Kc at harvest is 0.65-0.70 (D-III).
Thus, A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III is the correct matching.

Step 4: Final Answer:
The correct matching is A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III.
Hence, the correct option is (A).