The Situation in Which Individuals Are Tempted Not to Contribute

question 55

Multiple Choice

The situation in which individuals are tempted not to contribute to a cause because they will get the benefits even if they do not participate is called the

• A)size factor.
• B)free-rider problem.
• C)special-interest paradox.
• D)disincentive factor.
• E)zero-sum game.

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