1. Which one of the following is not true bout maintaining soil organic matter }(c) Page 35 of 39 & Author/Copyright: Ministry of Labor and Skills & Crop Production Level I & Version - 1 September, 2027 through mulching to undertake horticultural crop work? A. It creates porous soil C. It improves the aerations B. It improves soil moisture D. It creates compaction of soil 2. Which one of the following is the first step to undertake horticultural crop work/ practices? A. Site selection C. Seed sowing /Planting B. Land preparation D. Harvesting

## Step 1: Understanding the Question<br />### The question asks which statement is not true about maintaining soil organic matter through mulching. Mulching generally helps in improving soil conditions, so we need to identify the option that contradicts this.<br /><br />## Step 2: Analyzing the Options for Question 1<br />### - Option A: "It creates porous soil" - True, as mulching can help improve soil structure and porosity.<br />### - Option B: "It improves soil moisture" - True, as mulching helps retain soil moisture by reducing evaporation.<br />### - Option C: "It improves the aerations" - True, as mulching can enhance soil aeration by preventing crusting.<br />### - Option D: "It creates compaction of soil" - False, as mulching typically prevents soil compaction rather than causing it.<br /><br />## Step 3: Identifying the Correct Answer for Question 1<br />### The incorrect statement regarding mulching is Option D: "It creates compaction of soil."<br /><br />## Step 4: Understanding the Second Question<br />### The second question asks for the first step in undertaking horticultural crop work/practices.<br /><br />## Step 5: Analyzing the Options for Question 2<br />### - Option A: "Site selection" - This is typically the first step, as choosing the right location is crucial before any other activities.<br />### - Option B: "Land preparation" - This follows site selection.<br />### - Option C: "Seed sowing /Planting" - This comes after land preparation.<br />### - Option D: "Harvesting" - This is the final step in the process.<br /><br />## Step 6: Identifying the Correct Answer for Question 2<br />### The first step in horticultural crop work is Option A: "Site selection."