5. A psychologist is interested in exploring the effect of futorial suppont on students academic performance and assign students into two groups. Students in group on the tutorial support and those in groupltwo do not. In this example, what is the \( \begin{array}{ll}\text { a) Dependent variable } \\ \text { b) Independent variable } \\ \text { c) Control group } \\ \text { d) Experimental group }\end{array} \)

The ECOWAS Early Warning Mechanism (ECOWARN) plays a critical role in conflict prevention. What is one key function of this system? a. Monitoring and identifying early sign: of conflict in member states b. Facilitating military interventions without UN approval c. Managing arms trade agreements across ECOWAS nations d. Enforcing trade restrictions on countries experiencing conflict

A linguist is studying the Yoruba language. Which factor contributed most to its historical spread across West Africa? a. Its adoption as an ECOWAS official language b. The expansion of the Benin Kingdom c. The influence of European colonial rule

Corruption has been a persistent issue in West Africa's governance. What is one reason public officials engage in corruption? a. Widespread support for autocratic governance models b. International organizations encourage the privatization of public services c. Strict enforcement of anti-corruption laws by civil society d. Low salaries, poverty, and greed create incentives for bribery

Export restrictions on cereals like maize anc rice are sometimes imposed in West Africa. What is one primary reason for these restrictions? a. To discourage small-scale farming bavor of industrial agriculture To promote regional trade agreements like ELTS

Regions with projected low support ratios by 2050 will primarily face challenges in: a. Increasing agricultural productivity. b. Attracting international migration. c. Reducing fertility rates. d. Sustaining elderly care systems.