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HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

Why is an HDI value not a percentage?

How to read the Human Development Index scale without adding a percent sign.

Short answer

HDI is a composite index value. Writing 75.90 percent changes its meaning because it is not a population share or an incidence rate.

What the measure covers

State the index value, year, area, and source in full.

HDI is a composite index combining three dimensions of human development. State it as an index value, not a percentage.

How to compare it

Use the same year, method, and geography. Read a change in the total with its health, education, and living-standard components.

Limits on conclusions

A national value simplifies variation across regions and population groups. Consult the source publication for detail and the full method.

Frequently asked questions

What is the source for the figure in this article?

The article uses the government source linked in its sources section. The period and measurement limits follow that publication.

Does this figure update in real time?

No. Rekapitulasi presents a curated snapshot. Check the government source for releases or revisions published after the article date.

Government sources

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