Spraying for Mosquito Control in a Local Community Is an Example

question 305

Multiple Choice

Spraying for mosquito control in a local community is an example of a public good because it is

• A) rival and exhibits nonexcludability.
• B) nonrival and exhibits excludability.
• C) nonrival and exhibits nonexcludability.
• D) rival and exhibits excludability.

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