The Free-Rider Problem Occurs Because

question 1

Multiple Choice

The free-rider problem occurs because

• A)members of Congress are presented with many opportunities to amend a piece of legislation.
• B)the benefits of a group's actions are available only to a specific segment of society.
• C)the benefits of a group's actions are broadly available and cannot be denied to nonmembers.
• D)members of Congress listen only to organized interest groups and not to public opinion polls.

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