Question 1

Who wins the Data Duel between Venezuela and Costa Rica?

Accepted Answer

Costa Rica wins the Data Duel 12-3 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 Venezuela and Costa Rica compare on GDP?

Accepted Answer

Venezuela has a GDP of $99.7 billion, while Costa Rica has $102.9 billion. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Venezuela has a GDP per Capita of $3,494.814, while Costa Rica has $19,970.099. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 4

How do Venezuela and Costa Rica compare on Population?

Accepted Answer

Venezuela has a Population of 28.4 million, while Costa Rica has 5.1 million. they are comparable on this indicator.

Question 5

How do Venezuela and Costa Rica compare on Life Expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Venezuela has a Life Expectancy of 72.5, while Costa Rica has 80.8. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

Question 6

How do Venezuela and Costa Rica compare on GDP Growth?

Accepted Answer

Venezuela has a GDP Growth of 1.6%, while Costa Rica has 4.6%. Costa Rica leads on this indicator.

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Technology — 0–2

Environment — 1–2

Health — 0–1

Defense — 0–0

Energy — 1–0

Education — 0–0

Trade — 0–2