South America

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South America has 5.35% of the world’s population, ranking 5th out of all 7 regions. It contributes 3.86% to the world’s GDP. There are 12 countries in South America, with notable ones such as Brazil, Colombia, and Argentina.

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In terms of Literacy Rate (%) , South America ranks 2nd out of the 7 regions. This indicates that, on average, the region has better educational infrastructure than other regions.

Across the seven geographical regions, South America ranks 6th in Internet Users . This implies that there are lesser people with access to the internet when compared to other regions.

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Literacy Rate (%)
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Internet Users

South America ranks at highest in Sugarcane prod. out of all the 7 regions. This indicates more fertile land suitable for producing high quantities of sugarcane compared to other regions.

Across the seven geographical regions, South America ranks 6th in Doctors (Per 10,000) . This reflects lower investment in healthcare infrastructure and a less developed clinical workforce compared to other regions.

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Sugarcane prod.
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Doctors (Per 10,000)

South America ranks at highest in Soyabean prod. out of all the 7 regions. This reflects fertile land conducive to large-scale soyabean cultivation.

South America ranks 6th in Pharmacists (Per 10,000) , compared to the other six regions. This implies worse investment in healthcare infrastructure and less well-regulated pharmaceutical services in this region.

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Soyabean prod.
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Pharmacists (Per 10,000)