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Question
To interpret the Human Development Index (HDI) of North America, Central America, and the Caribbean accurately, what factor must be considered?(1 point)
Responses
HDI does not account for the large land areas of Canada and the U.S.
HDI does not account for the large land areas of Canada and the U.S.
The HDI of Haiti accurately represents all the other countries.
The HDI of Haiti accurately represents all the other countries.
Canada and the U.S. have significantly higher scores than the rest of the countries.
Canada and the U.S. have significantly higher scores than the rest of the countries.
The low HDI of Mexico makes the average score much lower.
HDI does not account for the cultural and economic diversity of the countries within the region.
To interpret the Human Development Index (HDI) of North America, Central America, and the Caribbean accurately, the factor that must be considered is that HDI does not account for the large land areas of Canada and the U.S. Additionally, Canada and the U.S. tend to have significantly higher scores than the rest of the countries in the region, and the low HDI of Mexico can also impact the average score.
To interpret the Human Development Index (HDI) of North America, Central America, and the Caribbean accurately, one must consider the factor of the large land areas of Canada and the U.S. The response option stating "HDI does not account for the large land areas of Canada and the U.S." is the correct answer.
To explain, the HDI is a measure of the average achievements in three key dimensions of human development: a long and healthy life, knowledge, and a decent standard of living. However, the HDI does not take into account the variations within a region, such as the vast land areas of Canada and the U.S. In the case of North America, for example, the overall HDI might be influenced by Canada and the U.S. since they are geographically larger. This could potentially mask variations and inequalities within the region, as the HDI is based on average achievements. Therefore, when interpreting the HDI of North America, Central America, and the Caribbean, it is important to consider the large land areas of Canada and the U.S.