Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Iraq and Costa Rica?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica 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 Iraq and Costa Rica compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Iraq has a GDP of $254.4 billion, while Costa Rica has $102.9 billion. Iraq leads on this indicator.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Iraq has a GDP per Capita of $5,409.679, while Costa Rica has $19,970.099. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Iraq and Costa Rica compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Iraq has a Population of 46.0 million, while Costa Rica has 5.1 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Iraq and Costa Rica compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Iraq has a Life Expectancy of 72.3, while Costa Rica has 80.8. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Iraq and Costa Rica compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Iraq has a GDP Growth of -2.2%, while Costa Rica has 4.6%. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Economy — 3–3

Demographics — 0–1

Technology — 1–3

Environment — 0–3

Health — 0–1

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 1–0

Education — 0–0

Trade — 1–1