Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Costa Rica and Philippines?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica 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 Costa Rica and Philippines compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP of $102.9 billion, while Philippines has $487.1 billion. Philippines leads on this indicator.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP per Capita of $19,970.099, while Philippines has $4,170.723. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Costa Rica and Philippines compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a Population of 5.1 million, while Philippines has 115.8 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Costa Rica and Philippines compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a Life Expectancy of 80.8, while Philippines has 69.8. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Costa Rica and Philippines compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica has a GDP Growth of 4.6%, while Philippines has 4.4%. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Economy — 4–2

Demographics — 1–0

Technology — 3–2

Environment — 1–2

Health — 1–0

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 1–0

Education — 0–0

Trade — 1–1