What is the difference between GDP and GDP per capita, and how do they each contribute to measuring a country's economic performance?

Gross Domestic Product (GDP) measures the total economic output of a country, while GDP per capita divides this total output by the population to give an average income per person. GDP reflects the overall economic size of a country, while GDP per capita provides a more accurate picture of individual prosperity. Both indicators are important for assessing a country's economic performance, with GDP showing the overall economic activity and GDP per capita indicating the average standard of living.