Simplify the Expression $4 [ - 6 + 3 ( - 5 + 3 ) ]$

question 55

Multiple Choice

Simplify the expression.
- $4 [ - 6 + 3 ( - 5 + 3 ) ]$

• A) 24
• B) 20
• C) \(- 30\)
• D) \(- 48\)

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Definitions:

Nonrival

A characteristic of a good where its consumption by one individual does not reduce its availability to others; often associated with public goods.

Free-rider Problem

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A term used to describe a good whereby one person's consumption does not hinder or reduce the ability of another person to consume the same good.