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The United States and Argentina are the most advanced capitalist democracies in their respective halves of the Americas. See how they stack up across several statistical measures.
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Health Spending (% of GDP):
13.9 (1997)
Compulsory Education:
10 years
Literacy:
99% (2000 est.)
TV Sets (per 1,000):
847 (1997)
Death Penalty:
Used for ordinary crimes
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Health Spending (% of GDP):
8.2 (1997)
Compulsory Education:
7 years
Literacy:
97% (2000 est.)
TV Sets (per 1,000):
289 (1997)
Death Penalty:
Abolished for ordinary crimes in 1984; used for exceptional crimes only
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| source: Facts on File (2001). photos: REUTERS |
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