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In the Global Firepower (GFP) Index methodology, why are special modifiers such as bonuses and penalties incorporated into the ranking formula?

1. To eliminate countries without standing armies from evaluation
2. To assign automatic higher ranks to nuclear-armed states
3. To adjust rankings by accounting for strategic advantages and limitations beyond raw manpower and equipment
4. To compute per capita military expenditure ratios

Correct answer: To adjust rankings by accounting for strategic advantages and limitations beyond raw manpower and equipment

Solution

The GFP Index does not rely only on troop numbers and equipment counts. Special modifiers are used to reflect strategic strengths and weaknesses that affect real military power, making the ranking more balanced.

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