Which one of the following statements can be deduced from the data in Table 1?
Table 1: Selected development indicators
| Country | Gross National Income (GNI) per capita (2011 PPP $) | Human Development Index (HDI) value |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | 12 500 | 0.782 |
| South Africa | 13 500 | 0.705 |
Average incomes are higher in South Africa than in Sri Lanka.
Absolute poverty rates are lower in South Africa than in Sri Lanka.
Life expectancy is higher in South Africa than in Sri Lanka.
Provision of healthcare and education is less effective in Sri Lanka than in South Africa.
