To interpret the Human Development Index (HDI) of North America, Central America, and the Caribbean accurately, what factor must be considered?(1 point)

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Canada and the U.S. have significantly higher scores than the rest of the countries.
Canada and the U.S. have significantly higher scores than the rest of the countries.

HDI does not account for the large land areas of Canada and the U.S.
HDI does not account for the large land areas of Canada and the U.S.

The low HDI of Mexico makes the average score much lower.
The low HDI of Mexico makes the average score much lower.

The HDI of Haiti accurately represents all the other countries.
The HDI of Haiti accurately represents all the other countries.

Answer 1

The most accurate factor to consider when interpreting the Human Development Index (HDI) of North America, Central America, and the Caribbean is:

Canada and the U.S. have significantly higher scores than the rest of the countries.

This option highlights the disparity in HDI scores, as Canada and the United States typically have much higher HDI values compared to many countries in Central America and the Caribbean, which affects the overall regional average significantly.