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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South America ranks at 2nd in Literacy Rate (%) out of all the 7 regions. This indicates that, on average, the region has better educational infrastructure than other regions.
Among the seven world regions, South America stands at rank 6th in Internet Users . This implies that there are lesser people with access to the internet when compared to other regions.
In terms of Sugarcane prod. , South America ranks highest out of the 7 regions. This indicates more fertile land suitable for producing high quantities of sugarcane compared to other regions.
Among the seven world regions, South America stands at rank 6th in GDP Per Capita (USD) . This implies that on average there is weaker individual economic output, lower income levels, and lower living standards across this region.
In terms of Soyabean prod. , South America ranks highest out of the 7 regions. This reflects fertile land conducive to large-scale soyabean cultivation.
Across the seven geographical regions, South America ranks 6th in Pharmacists (Per 10,000) . This implies worse investment in healthcare infrastructure and less well-regulated pharmaceutical services in this region.