A Lighthouse That Primarily Benefits a Single Port Owner Is

question 255

Multiple Choice

A lighthouse that primarily benefits a single port owner is more like a

• A)public good.
• B)natural monopoly.
• C)private good.
• D)common resource.

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Definitions:

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