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18

Number of computers per 1,000 people in the Arab world; the global average is 78 computers per 1,000 people

SOURCE: THE UNITED NATIONS

6,200

Number of schools in Afghanistan destroyed or damaged in wars over two decades (see p. 8)

SOURCE: AFGHAN MINISTRY OF EDUCATION

46%

The U.S. percentage of worldwide arms sales in 2002. The U.S. led all nations with sales of about $13.3 billion, up from $12.1 billion in 2001.

SOURCE: THE NEW YORK TIMES

47 million

Number of U.S. residents who speak a language other than English at home, an increase of 47 percent since 1990.

SOURCE: USA TODAY

30%

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