Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Japan and Costa Rica?

Accepted Answer

Japan wins the Data Duel 11-8 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 Japan and Costa Rica compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Japan has a GDP of $4.4 trillion, while Costa Rica has $102.9 billion. Japan leads on this indicator.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Japan has a GDP per Capita of $35,951.045, while Costa Rica has $19,970.099. Japan leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Japan and Costa Rica compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Japan has a Population of 124.0 million, while Costa Rica has 5.1 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Japan and Costa Rica compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Japan has a Life Expectancy of 84.0, while Costa Rica has 80.8. Japan leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Japan and Costa Rica compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Japan has a GDP Growth of 1.2%, while Costa Rica has 4.6%. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Economy — 3–3

Demographics — 1–0

Technology — 3–2

Environment — 1–2

Health — 1–0

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 1–0

Education — 0–0

Trade — 1–1