Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Australia and Costa Rica?

Accepted Answer

Australia wins the Data Duel 12-6 across 26 indicators compared. The comparison covers GDP, population, life expectancy, R&D, patents, CO₂ emissions, and more — sourced from the World Bank.

Question 2

How do Australia and Costa Rica compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Australia has a GDP of $1.8 trillion, while Costa Rica has $102.9 billion. Australia leads on this indicator.

Question 3

How do Australia and Costa Rica compare on GDP per Capita?

Accepted Answer

Australia has a GDP per Capita of $65,129.723, while Costa Rica has $19,970.099. Australia leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Australia and Costa Rica compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Australia has a Population of 27.2 million, while Costa Rica has 5.1 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Australia and Costa Rica compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Australia has a Life Expectancy of 83.1, while Costa Rica has 80.8. Australia leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Australia and Costa Rica compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Australia has a GDP Growth of 1.4%, while Costa Rica has 4.6%. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Economy — 3–3

Demographics — 1–0

Technology — 4–0

Environment — 1–2

Health — 1–0

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 1–0

Education — 0–0

Trade — 1–1