Using gdp to measure how happy a country is


Discussion Question Economics

Given the problems with using GDP to measure how 'happy' a country is, other measures such as the Happy Planet Index (HPI) and Human Development Index (HDI) have been developed. Perform a quick google search of each of these indices and please post your vote for which meausre is best suited to gauge which country is a better place to live versus another country.

Vote either GDP, HPI, or HDI. Then provide a one sentence explanation of why this measure is the best.

Example:

I vote for GDP. GDP is the best measure because ______________ and __________, which relates directly to happiness/well-being, ______, etc.

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