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Question 1

On a 0–10 scale, what is the average life satisfaction score across OECD countries in the Better Life Index?

Accepted Answer

6.7. Finland has the highest score in the OECD at 7.9, while Türkiye is among the lowest at 4.9.

Question 2

Which OECD country has the highest share of employees working 50+ hours a week (27%)?

Accepted Answer

Mexico (27%). Türkiye (nearly 25%) and Colombia (almost 24%) follow.

Question 3

About how many hours a year does the average U.S. worker work, according to the OECD Better Life Index?

Accepted Answer

1,787 hours. The OECD average is 1,776 hours a year.

Question 4

What is average U.S. household net adjusted disposable income per person, according to the OECD Better Life Index?

Accepted Answer

38,001 USD a year. The OECD average is 23,047 USD a year.

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