Poultry Judging Practice Test

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What is the typical weight of a mature broiler chicken?

4 lbs
6 lbs
8 lbs
10 lbs

The correct answer is: 6 lbs

The typical weight of a mature broiler chicken is around six pounds. Broilers are specifically bred for meat production, and their growth rate is optimized to reach market weight quickly. Most broilers are harvested at around six to seven weeks of age, achieving weights that generally fall between five and seven pounds, depending on the breed and specific farming practices. Choosing six pounds is consistent with industry standards for market-ready broilers, making this the expected weight when evaluating mature birds intended for meat consumption. Other weights listed would generally either reflect younger birds or those that are not raised primarily for meat, since broilers do not typically reach eight or ten pounds at market age.