Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Belgium and Costa Rica?

Accepted Answer

Belgium wins the Data Duel 12-7 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 Belgium and Costa Rica compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Belgium has a GDP of $725.5 billion, while Costa Rica has $102.9 billion. Belgium leads on this indicator.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Belgium has a GDP per Capita of $60,750.274, while Costa Rica has $19,970.099. Belgium leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Belgium and Costa Rica compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Belgium has a Population of 11.9 million, while Costa Rica has 5.1 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Belgium and Costa Rica compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Belgium has a Life Expectancy of 82.4, while Costa Rica has 80.8. Belgium leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Belgium and Costa Rica compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Belgium has a GDP Growth of 1.0%, while Costa Rica has 4.6%. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Economy — 4–2

Demographics — 1–0

Technology — 4–1

Environment — 0–3

Health — 1–0

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 1–0

Education — 0–0

Trade — 1–1