The bar chart illustrates the life expectancy in Japan, Korea, the USA, and Indonesia, while the table displays the change in life expectancy in these countries between 1953 and 2008.
Overall, life expectancy increased in all four countries over the 55-year period. Japan consistently had the highest life expectancy, while Indonesia remained the lowest throughout the timeframe. Korea experienced the most significant growth.
In 1953, life expectancy in Japan was approximately 63 years, followed by the USA at around 68 years. Korea and Indonesia had lower figures, at about 52 and 45 years respectively. By 2008, all countries had seen improvements. Japan rose to nearly 83 years, maintaining its lead. The USA also saw a moderate increase to around 78 years.
Korea, however, witnessed a remarkable rise, from 52 to about 80 years, almost catching up with Japan. Indonesia experienced the smallest growth, increasing from 45 to just over 65 years.
The table confirms this trend, showing that Korea had the largest increase of 28 years, while Indonesia had the smallest change at 20 years. Japan and the USA both saw increases of 20 and 10 years respectively.