The 10 countries that should be happiest

According to the United Nations, when measured by factors such as life expectancy, income and education, here are the countries that have the most reason to be happy:

1. Norway

2. Australia

3. Netherlands

4. United States

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5. New Zealand

6. Canada

7. Ireland

8. Liechtenstein

9. Germany

10. Sweden

Source: UN Human Development Index (2011)

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