Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Latvia and Costa Rica?

Accepted Answer

Latvia 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 Latvia and Costa Rica compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Latvia has a GDP of $48.6 billion, while Costa Rica has $102.9 billion. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Latvia has a GDP per Capita of $26,311.973, while Costa Rica has $19,970.099. Latvia leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Latvia and Costa Rica compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Latvia has a Population of 1.9 million, while Costa Rica has 5.1 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Latvia and Costa Rica compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Latvia has a Life Expectancy of 75.7, while Costa Rica has 80.8. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Latvia and Costa Rica compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Latvia has a GDP Growth of 2.1%, while Costa Rica has 4.6%. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Economy — 3–3

Demographics — 0–1

Technology — 4–1

Environment — 2–1

Health — 1–0

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 1–0

Education — 0–0

Trade — 1–1