The given table presents approximated literacy rate by continents and gender between 2000 and 2004
Overall, it can be clearly seen that Europe recorded the highest indicator of total genders, making up 98,8%. In contrast, Africa ranked the last with figure at (for) 62,5%. In terms of world, the proportion of male outweigh female with a difference of 10%.
It is obvious that male was in majority in Europe over the period from 2000 to 2004, while the share of male literacy rate in Africa accounted for only 71,6%. The similar pattern can be observed with female. European females’ education reached a peak of total female literacy rates, making up 98,5%. It should be noted the Europe remained the leader among all countries. Nevertheless, Americans also took a significant part among all territories. Americans’ literacy rate remained steady, comprising approximately 90% during the period. Regarding Asia, the indicator of total genders represented just over three quarters.
