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Per capita income reflects individual earning power, not population size. China's lower per-capita output means each citizen generates far less economic value, though this gap is narrowing as China develops."},{"question":"Why does China grow faster if it's the second-largest economy?","answer":"Economies grow faster from a lower development base through rapid industrialization and catch-up effects. China's 4.8% growth is faster than the US's 2.1% because it's converting rural populations to manufacturing workers and urbanizing at scale. The US is already developed with saturation in many sectors, limiting growth rates. This is typical: developing economies have higher growth rates until they mature."},{"question":"When will China's GDP exceed the United States?","answer":"At current trajectories (US: 2.1% annual growth, China: 4.8%), mathematical models suggest China could match US nominal GDP in 12-15 years (2038-2041) if growth rates hold steady. 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China's GDP data is more opaque—independent economists estimate actual growth may be 1-2% lower than officially reported due to regional inflation of figures and revisions. 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