Methods for Converting GDP for International Comparison
To compare the economic output of different countries, their respective GDPs are typically converted into a common currency, such as the U.S. dollar. This conversion is generally performed using one of two methods: either the market exchange rate, which is determined by the foreign exchange market, or the purchasing power parity (PPP) exchange rate, which is calculated to ensure that a unit of currency can purchase the same quantity of goods and services in both countries.
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