Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Costa Rica and Lebanon?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica wins the Data Duel 15-1 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 Costa Rica and Lebanon compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP of $102.9 billion, while Lebanon has $26.0 billion. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP per Capita of $19,970.099, while Lebanon has $4,473.271. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Costa Rica and Lebanon compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a Population of 5.1 million, while Lebanon has 5.8 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Costa Rica and Lebanon compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a Life Expectancy of 80.8, while Lebanon has 77.8. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Costa Rica and Lebanon compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP Growth of 4.6%, while Lebanon has -7.1%. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Economy — 6–0

Demographics — 1–0

Technology — 2–0

Environment — 3–0

Health — 1–0

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 0–1

Education — 0–0

Trade — 2–0