The United States & Canada

    The United States and Canada occupy most of the sprawling continent of North America.  The northwestern tip of North America almost reaches the northwestern tip of Asia.  The southern part of North America, which borders the United States, is a land link to another continent - South America. 

Facts about the United States:

Area: 3,794,066 sq. miles

Population:  303,824,640

Life Expectancy:  78.14 years

Literacy: 99%

GDP Per Capita:  $45,800

Capital:  Washington D.C.

Currency: US dollar (USD)

Facts about Canada:

Area: 3,855,085 sq. miles

Population:  33,212,696

Life Expectancy:  81.16 years

Literacy: 99%

GDP Per Capita:  $38,600

Capital:  Ottawa

Currency: Canadian dollar (CAD)