* Variations in definitions: What constitutes "basic education" varies across countries. Some include pre-primary, others don't. The age of entry and completion can also differ significantly.
* Different structures: Some countries might have a 10-year cycle, but it's broken into stages (e.g., primary and lower secondary). Others might have a slightly longer or shorter compulsory education period that's close to 10 years.
* Data availability: Comprehensive, globally standardized data on education systems is challenging to collect and maintain.
While pinpointing countries with an *exact* 10-year basic education cycle is difficult, several countries have compulsory education systems that last around 10 years. Examples (but not an exhaustive list, and requiring further verification of their current system):
* Many countries in South America: Several South American nations have compulsory education close to a decade, often spanning primary and secondary levels. Specifics vary.
* Some countries in Asia: Similar to South America, certain Asian countries have systems of roughly 10 years, but exact durations and structures differ widely.
* Some countries in Africa: Again, some African countries have compulsory education lasting around 10 years, but this needs confirmation for specific nations.
To find precise information, you would need to research the education ministry or equivalent agency of each country of interest. You'll likely find information specifying the number of years of compulsory education, the age of entry and graduation, and the structure of the education system.