Yolanda and Olga live in different countries that have identical average GDP per capita, but people in Yolanda’s country have average life expectanciesand educational levels that are several years higher than Olga’s country. What is the most likely reason for this?
a. Yolanda’s country has a greater number of people.
b. Yolanda’s country has a more equal wealth distribution.
c. Olga’s country has progressive taxation and more social programs.
d. Olga’s country has had a longer period of peace.
b. Yolanda’s country has a more equal wealth distribution.
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