Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Jamaica and Suriname?

Accepted Answer

Jamaica wins the Data Duel 8-7 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 Jamaica and Suriname compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Jamaica has a GDP of $22.7 billion, while Suriname has $4.5 billion. Jamaica leads on this indicator.

Question 3

How do Jamaica and Suriname compare on GDP per Capita?

Accepted Answer

Jamaica has a GDP per Capita of $8,002.921, while Suriname has $7,069.872. Jamaica leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Jamaica and Suriname compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Jamaica has a Population of 2.8 million, while Suriname has 634,431. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Jamaica and Suriname compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Jamaica has a Life Expectancy of 71.5, while Suriname has 73.6. Suriname leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Jamaica and Suriname compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Jamaica has a GDP Growth of 0.1%, while Suriname has 1.8%. Suriname leads on this indicator.

Economy — 5–1

Demographics — 0–1

Technology — 1–1

Environment — 1–2

Health — 1–0

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 0–1

Education — 0–0

Trade — 0–1