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Growth breeds discontent, says study

By Stephen Fidler in London

Published: November 19 2008 02:00 | Last updated: November 19 2008 02:00

Rapid economic growth makes people unhappy and many of Latin America’s poorest are the most content with public services, a new study by the Inter-American Development Bank suggests.

Costa Ricans appear to be the most satisfied people in the region, followed closely by Panamanians, Mexicans and Venezuelans, according to the study.

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