i find this online this question and i want to see if i answer right.

why is per capita GDP often criticized as an ineffective means of comparing standards of living between countries?

A. it only measures the cost of food
B. it relies heavily on demographic data
C. it fails to include the value of goods and services
D. it does not measure extremes of wealth or poverty.

it be D right?

Yes, you're right.

thanks ms. sue :)

You're welcome, Mohammad.

Yes, you are correct. Option D is the correct answer.

Per capita GDP (Gross Domestic Product) is often criticized as an ineffective means of comparing standards of living between countries because it does not account for the extremes of wealth or poverty within a country. While per capita GDP gives an average value of the economic output per person in a country, it fails to capture the distribution of wealth within that country.

For example, in a country with a high per capita GDP, there may still be significant income inequality and a large population that is living in poverty. In such cases, using per capita GDP alone would not accurately reflect the standards of living for the majority of the population.

Additionally, per capita GDP only measures the economic output or income and does not consider other factors that affect standards of living, such as the value of goods and services available, access to quality healthcare and education, social safety nets, or environmental factors.

Therefore, while per capita GDP can be a useful indicator of overall economic health, it is not comprehensive enough to provide a complete picture of standards of living in a country.