FREE CPT Hatchery Management & Incubation Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the optimal temperature for hatching eggs in an incubator?

Accepted Answer

37.5°C

Answer

32°C

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40°C

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28°C

Question 2

How often should eggs be turned in an incubator?

Accepted Answer

Every 3 hours

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Every 12 hours

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Every hour

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Every 6 hours

Question 3

What is the primary role of humidity in the hatching process?

Accepted Answer

To prevent dehydration of the embryo

Answer

To help the egg shell harden

Answer

To regulate the temperature inside the incubator

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To increase the rate of egg turning

Question 4

What is the incubation period for poultry eggs?

Accepted Answer

21 days

Answer

28 days

Answer

18 days

Answer

14 days

Question 5

What is the ideal relative humidity during the first 18 days of incubation?

Accepted Answer

45-50%

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60-65%

Answer

70-75%

Answer

30-35%

Question 6

What is the primary function of an incubator fan?

Accepted Answer

To circulate air and maintain temperature uniformity

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To prevent overheating

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To add extra warmth

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To turn the eggs

Question 7

What is 'pipping' in the incubation process?

Accepted Answer

The chick breaking the shell to emerge

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The embryo hatching from the egg

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The chick fully breaking out of the shell

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The formation of the chick's beak

Question 8

At what stage should eggs be removed from the incubator to be placed in a hatcher?

Accepted Answer

At day 19

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At day 15

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At day 10

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At day 14

Question 9

What is the typical hatchability rate for poultry eggs?

Accepted Answer

80-90%

Answer

95-100%

Answer

50-60%

Answer

70-75%