Snakes are killed in large numbers because:(a) they are very poisonous (b) they kill rats (c) their skin is expensive (d) they damage the crops

Correct Answer: (c) their skin is expensive

Explanation:

Snakes are killed in large numbers as their skin is very expensive when sold in the international market. Snake's skin is used to prepare expensive luxurious items like handbags, ointments and expensive drugs.