Let me tell you right now that we will be slightly offended! Well, if it's any consolation, at least we won't be the only ones. It's actually quite a thankless piece of research, as there are an infinite number of ways to measure and then compare different school systems, intelligence, education, etc. But still, the most famous measure of intelligence is the IQ-test. But is it objective?
Well, there are other ways to measure the intelligence of a nation, but let's see how it fares 10 most intelligent countries:
10. Sweden
The IQ-test works in such a way that the average can range around 100. Approximately 60 % people reach such a value. Sweden is the first country with an average higher than 100, thus ranking on 10th place. This Northern European country is famous for excellent school system, which is close to all economic statuses, as the state covers the greater part of the education costs. They are the second country in the world in the use of computers in the workplace. Average IQ it is 101.
9. Austria
Our northern neighbor is occupying 9th place with average of 102. In fact, the next two countries on the list also have the same average, so we ranked them in alphabetical order. It is interesting that all three are adjacent to each other or are geographically so together, so that we could conclude that cultural influences also have something to do with it good results. Austria has the second highest percentage of people with a doctorate in the world. For every thousand people, 7 women and 9 men have a doctorate.
8. Germany
Germany has always been famous for great philosophers, mathematicians and artists. The reason for this is probably the fact that many Germans complete their education with a diploma or completes higher education. The country is economic extremely well developed and has some of the most prestigious and oldest universities in the world.
7. Italy
Our western neighbors have same average IQ as predecessors. If we walk the timeline far back in history, we find that Italy has always had great thinkers and artists. But now is no different. Italy achieves significant results in mathematics and physics.
6. The Netherlands
As the last European country on the list, the Netherlands boasts an average IQ 103. It is known for its exceptional school system, in which students achieve excellent results, especially in mathematicians.
5. Singapore
There are only more left on the list Asian countries. The first among them is Singapore, which otherwise has the same average IQ as the Netherlands. This small island city-state is extremely important in the area technologies and finance. Singaporean students take top spots in math competitions. Given the exceptionally good economy and the willingness of the country to spend money on the education of the population, this may not even come as a surprise.
4. Taiwan
In addition to being the most densely populated, Taiwan is also known for its outstanding achievements in science and technology development. The average IQ in the country is 104. They have a public school system that they are extremely committed to. Most of the population also speaks English because of trade with the USA.
3. Japan
Known for extremely demanding school system, which requires a lot of studying from students in preparation for exams. But all this is known from the results of scientific research, where Japan is ahead of the rest. University of Tokyo famous as one of the the best in the world. Literacy is just 99 percent. Their average IQ is 105.
2. South Korea
At Bloomberg have declared South Korea as the most innovative country in the world. They invest a lot of money in the education system, and in return, students reach for the highest places in international competitions. The country must have the fastest internet in the world, which testifies to development and progress. Average IQ is 106.
1. Hong Kong
More of an administrative district in China than a country, but still. Hong Kong with IQ 107 takes first place. They have the second best education system (for Finland) and their students take the first places at mathematical and scientific competitions. Students are regularly involved in additional education, as they always have the opportunity to improve and expand their knowledge.
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So, in the end, let's release an average one The IQ of our country. He finds it 96!
