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Economy > Business spending in research and development (vs) Economy > Technology index

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Strength of correlation (R squared): 0.565 (this correlation is weak)

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Variable: Economy > Business spending in research and development Economy > Technology index
Plot Display: Linear Logarithmic (base 10)
Definition: Business R&D spending as % of GDP (1999). The technology index denotes the country's technological readiness. This index is created with such indicators as companies spending on R&D, the creativity of its scientific community, personal computer and internet penetration rates.
Source: OECD World economic forum - Global Competitiveness Report 2004-2005
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