A reduction in population size due to low fertility rates is most likely to occur in: a. Sub-Saharan Africa b. Northern Europe c. Central Asia d. Eastern Europe

A. Mount Abuye - Meras 6. Which on the following is False about the Southeastern highlands and lowlands? A. The lowlands make up \( 54 \% \) of the physiographic division B. It consists of few parts of Gambella and Amhara region C. Southeastern highlands and lowlands are the second largest physiography in terms of area. D. The land gradually descends southeastward into the southeastern lowlands

The Lake Chad Basin has been shrinking rapidly. What is one major consequence of this environmental issue? a. Reduced reliance on agricultural practices by local communities b. Enhanced fishing opportunities due to concentrated fish populations c. \( \begin{array}{l}\text { Significant migration from urban } \\ \text { areas to the lake's shores }\end{array} \) d. Increased conflicts over water resources among neighboring countries

West Africa's colonial history has influenced its political systems. What was one major effect of colonial rule on national unity? a. The equal distribution of resources among different ethnic groups b. The development of democratic governance across all colonies c. The artificial creation of multi-ethnic states with conflicting interests d. The widespread adoption of indigenous legal systems

The Mano River Union (MRU) was established to promote economic cooperation in West Africa. What is one significant challenge faced by the MRU in achieving its objectives? a. Lack of access to international financial institutions for funding b. Overdependence on agricultural exports for trade revenue c. \( \begin{array}{l}\text { Competition with ECOWAS for } \\ \text { regional trade dominance }\end{array} \) d. Political instability and civil wars in member states like Liberia and Sierra Leone

The West African gas pipeline project delivers natural gas to several countries. What is one of its key benefits? a. Exporting gas to Europe through Mauritania's offshore fields b. Reduction of gas flaring in Nigeria and electricity generation in member states c. Providing subsidized natural gas to all ECOWAS countries d. Replacing oil imports with domestic gas in Burkina Faso